Pathapatnam is a border mandal and town in Srikakulam district, located along the banks of the Mahendratanaya River, close to the Odisha town of Parlakhemundi, which is often seen as its twin town. It serves as a mandal headquarters under the Tekkali revenue division and connects Andhra Pradesh and southern Odisha. Pathapatnam combines small-town activity with surrounding rural villages where agriculture remains an important livelihood.
Pathapatnam is known for its strong temple culture, with many small and historic shrines located across the town. These temples play a major role in daily life, attracting devotees for regular poojas, rituals, and festival celebrations. With this rich spiritual tradition, Pathapatnam carries a calm and peaceful atmosphere, making it a meaningful stop for anyone exploring the cultural side of Srikakulam District.
Pathapatnam is easily accessible by all three major modes of transport—roadways, railways, and airways—which is a relief for many travel enthusiasts planning to visit the town.
Parlakhemundi OSRTC bus station and Hiramandalam APSRTC bus station are the nearest major bus stations to Pathapatnam. APSRTC operates several buses from major cities to Pathapatnam.
Railways remain one of the most affordable and preferred ways to travel in India, and Pathapatnam is connected through nearby stations such as Parlakhemundi and Ganguwada railway stations.
For air travel, the nearest airports to Pathapatnam are Visakhapatnam Airport and Biju Patnaik Airport in Bhubaneswar, offering convenient connectivity for visitors.
The Sri Neelamani Durga Temple is located at the three-road junction near the railway crossing on the Paralakhemundi–Pathapatnam–Visakhapatnam road. Special poojas are offered every Tuesday and Friday, attracting devotees who come to seek blessings. Recently, the temple was demolished by the Andhra Pradesh government as part of a road-extension project.
The Sri Muthyalamma Temple in Pathapatnam is dedicated to a powerful form of Goddess Durga or Kali Matha. Devotees visit this temple daily to offer prayers. Many people believe that if they worship here with a promise to return and offer thanks, their wishes will be fulfilled, making the temple a deeply trusted place of devotion.
| Bank Name | Bank Address |
|---|---|
| Union Bank of India Pathapatnam Address | Opp Heritage Sale Point, Main Road, Pathapatnam |
| State Bank of India Pathapatnam Address | near HK Hotel, Parlakhemundi - Narasannapeta Road, Pathapatnam |
| HDFC Bank Pathapatnam Address | Grd Floor Door No 16-95, Main road near Old SBI, Pathapatnam, Srikakulam |
| APGVB Pathapatnam Address | Opp Sri Rajeswari Jewllery, Main Road, Pathapatnam |
| DCCB Bank Pathapatnam Address | Main Road, Opp: Andhra Bank, Beside Govt. Junior College, Pathapatnam |
| Bank Name | Bank IFSC Codes |
|---|---|
| Union Bank of India Pathapatnam IFSC Code | UBIN0825077 |
| State Bank of India Pathapatnam IFSC Code | SBIN0001441 |
| HDFC BANK Pathapatnam IFSC Code | HDFC0006898 |
| APGVB Pathapatnam IFSC Code | APGV0001169 |
| DCCB Bank Pathapatnam IFSC Code | APBL0001009 |
| Bank Name | Bank Toll Free Numbers |
|---|---|
| Union Bank of India Pathapatnam | 1800 22 2244 |
| State Bank of India Pathapatnam | 1800 425 3800 |
| HDFC Bank Pathapatnam | 1800 202 6161 |
| APGVB Pathapatnam | 1800 121 0354 |
| DCCB Bank Pathapatnam | 18004251958 |
