Patej - Rajpur, Buxar
Patej is a village situated in the Rajpur subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Kaithhar Kala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patej village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patej is 248627. The village covers a total geographical area of 99 hectares and falls under the 802122 pincode. Buxar is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Patej village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Patej
According to the 2011 Census, Patej village had a total population of 569 people, including 295 males and 274 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.86%, with male literacy at 74.04% and female literacy at 52.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 30.
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 | 569 | 295 | 274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 60 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 288 | 174 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 281 | 121 | 160 |
Nearby Villages of Patej
Patej 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 Patej
Patej is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Buxar to Patej is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patej
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patej village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Patej
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patej village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Patej
Where is Patej located?
Patej village is located in Rajpur Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patej?
The Gram Panchayat of Patej is Kaithhar Kala.
What is the pincode of Patej?
The pincode of Patej is 802122.
What is the population of Patej?
Patej had a total population of 569, including 295 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Patej?
Patej had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patej?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patej was 63.86%. Male literacy was 74.04% and female literacy was 52.78%.