Patar Kona - Nawanagar, Buxar
Patar Kona is a village situated in the Nawanagar subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nawanagar and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Belhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patar Kona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patar Kona is 248844. The village covers a total geographical area of 98 hectares and falls under the 802126 pincode. Domraon is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Patar Kona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Patar Kona
According to the 2011 Census, Patar Kona village had a total population of 734 people, including 381 males and 353 females, living in 107 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.76%, with male literacy at 92.28% and female literacy at 70.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 33.
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 | 734 | 381 | 353 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 57 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 511 | 299 | 212 |
| Illiterate Population | 223 | 82 | 141 |
Nearby Villages of Patar Kona
Patar Kona 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 Patar Kona
Patar Kona is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Domraon to Patar Kona is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Patar Kona is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patar Kona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patar Kona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Patar Kona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patar Kona village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Patar Kona
Where is Patar Kona located?
Patar Kona village is located in Nawanagar Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patar Kona?
The Gram Panchayat of Patar Kona is Belhari.
What is the pincode of Patar Kona?
The pincode of Patar Kona is 802126.
What is the population of Patar Kona?
Patar Kona had a total population of 734, including 381 males and 353 females.
How many households are there in Patar Kona?
Patar Kona had 107 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patar Kona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patar Kona was 81.76%. Male literacy was 92.28% and female literacy was 70.43%.