Patwa
Patwa is a village located in Dhuraiya subdivision of Banka district in Bihar, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Dhuraiya (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Banka. As per 2009 stats, Kharoundha Jhotha is the gram panchayat of Patwa village.
Here you can discover what makes Patwa unique in its vibrant Dhuraiya-Banka region. You’ll see Patwa’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Patwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Patwa is 240940. The village spans a total geographical area of 197 hectares. Banka is nearest town to Patwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
Google Map of Patwa
Population of Patwa
According to the 2011 Census, Patwa has a total population of about 2,124, with approximately 1,153 males and 971 females. The sex ratio is around 842 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 331 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 324 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.95%, with male literacy at about 73.63% and female literacy near 67.77%. There are around 418 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Patwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,124 | 1,153 | 971 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 331 | 192 | 139 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 324 | 172 | 152 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,507 | 849 | 658 |
Illiterate Population | 617 | 304 | 313 |
Connectivity of Patwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Patwa. As per the 2011 stats, Patwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Patwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Patwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Patwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Patwa
- Where is Patwa located?
- Patwa village is situated in Dhuraiya Subdivision, within the Banka district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Patwa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Patwa is Kharoundha Jhotha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Patwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Patwa is 2,124, with 1,153 males and 971 females.
- How many households are there in Patwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Patwa village has a total of 418 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Patwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Patwa is 70.95%. The male literacy rate is 73.63%, while the female literacy rate is 67.77%.