Patkhaulia - Rajpur, Buxar
Patkhaulia is a village situated in the Rajpur subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Samahuta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patkhaulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patkhaulia is 248598. The village covers a total geographical area of 165 hectares and falls under the 802122 pincode. Buxar is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Patkhaulia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Patkhaulia
According to the 2011 Census, Patkhaulia village had a total population of 1,786 people, including 915 males and 871 females, living in 267 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.83%, with male literacy at 77.36% and female literacy at 59.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 51.
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 | 1,786 | 915 | 871 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 294 | 151 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 25 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,027 | 591 | 436 |
| Illiterate Population | 759 | 324 | 435 |
Nearby Villages of Patkhaulia
Patkhaulia 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 Patkhaulia
Patkhaulia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Buxar to Patkhaulia is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patkhaulia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patkhaulia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Patkhaulia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patkhaulia 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 Patkhaulia
Where is Patkhaulia located?
Patkhaulia village is located in Rajpur Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patkhaulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Patkhaulia is Samahuta.
What is the pincode of Patkhaulia?
The pincode of Patkhaulia is 802122.
What is the population of Patkhaulia?
Patkhaulia had a total population of 1,786, including 915 males and 871 females.
How many households are there in Patkhaulia?
Patkhaulia had 267 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patkhaulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patkhaulia was 68.83%. Male literacy was 77.36% and female literacy was 59.89%.