Patharighat - Pathorighat (Pt), Darrang
Patharighat is a village situated in the Pathorighat (Pt) subdivision of Darrang district, Assam. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pathorighat and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Mangaldoi. Patharighat village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patharighat is 304857. The village covers a total geographical area of 122.2 hectares and falls under the 784144 pincode. Mongaldoi is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Patharighat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sipajhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mangaldoi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patharighat
According to the 2011 Census, Patharighat village had a total population of 694 people, including 359 males and 335 females, living in 159 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.38%, with male literacy at 91.59% and female literacy at 82.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 694 | 359 | 335 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 38 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 540 | 294 | 246 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 65 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Patharighat
Patharighat is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Patharighat
Patharighat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mongaldoi to Patharighat is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mangaldoi to Patharighat is about 17 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patharighat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patharighat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Patharighat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patharighat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Patharighat
Where is Patharighat located?
Patharighat village is located in Pathorighat (Pt) Subdivision, Darrang district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patharighat?
Patharighat is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Patharighat?
The pincode of Patharighat is 784144.
What is the population of Patharighat?
Patharighat had a total population of 694, including 359 males and 335 females.
How many households are there in Patharighat?
Patharighat had 159 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patharighat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patharighat was 87.38%. Male literacy was 91.59% and female literacy was 82.83%.