Patania - Biraul, Darbhanga
Patania is a village situated in the Biraul subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Biraul and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Pataniya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patania village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patania is 227715. The village covers a total geographical area of 445 hectares and falls under the 847203 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Patania village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gora bauram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Darbhanga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patania
As per Census 2011, Patania village has a total population of 4,849 people, consisting of 2,524 males and 2,325 females. The village has 980 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,002 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,938 literate and 2,911 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,257 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patania are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,849 | 2,524 | 2,325 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,002 | 536 | 466 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,257 | 662 | 595 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,938 | 1,244 | 694 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,911 | 1,280 | 1,631 |
Nearby Villages of Patania
Patania 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 Patania
Patania is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Patania.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darbhanga to Patania is about 44 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 Patania
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patania 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 Patania
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patania village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Patania
Where is Patania located?
Patania village is located in Biraul Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patania?
The Gram Panchayat of Patania is Pataniya.
What is the pincode of Patania?
The pincode of Patania is 847203.
What is the population of Patania?
Patania has a total population of 4,849, including 2,524 males and 2,325 females.
How many households are there in Patania?
There are 980 households in Patania.
What is the literacy rate in Patania?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patania is 39.97%. Male literacy is 49.29% and female literacy is 29.85%.