Kala Patti - Phulparas, Madhubani
Kala Patti is a village situated in the Phulparas subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulparas and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Kalapatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kala Patti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kala Patti is 220108. The village covers a total geographical area of 1125 hectares and falls under the 847409 pincode. Ghoghardiha is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Kala Patti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Laukaha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhanjharpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kala Patti
As per Census 2011, Kala Patti village has a total population of 11,314 people, consisting of 5,834 males and 5,480 females. The village has 2,207 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,061 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,870 literate and 6,444 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,002 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kala Patti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,314 | 5,834 | 5,480 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,061 | 1,077 | 984 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,002 | 527 | 475 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 4,870 | 3,118 | 1,752 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,444 | 2,716 | 3,728 |
Nearby Villages of Kala Patti
Kala Patti is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dahapatti | South | 0.25 km |
| Balua | South | 1.79 km |
| Gatipatti | South | 2.01 km |
| Harnath Patti | South-East | 2.57 km |
| Jhakhrahi | East | 2.78 km |
| Gangdhara Barmotar | North-East | 3.14 km |
| Bagha Kusmar | North-West | 3.16 km |
| Inamat | North-East | 3.62 km |
| Sugapatti | South-West | 3.82 km |
| Dhanouja | South | 4.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kala Patti
Kala Patti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khutauna, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Ghoghardiha to Kala Patti is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Kala Patti is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kala Patti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kala Patti 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 Kala Patti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kala Patti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kala Patti
Where is Kala Patti located?
Kala Patti village is located in Phulparas Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kala Patti?
The Gram Panchayat of Kala Patti is Kalapatti.
What is the pincode of Kala Patti?
The pincode of Kala Patti is 847409.
What is the population of Kala Patti?
Kala Patti has a total population of 11,314, including 5,834 males and 5,480 females.
How many households are there in Kala Patti?
There are 2,207 households in Kala Patti.
What is the literacy rate in Kala Patti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kala Patti is 43.04%. Male literacy is 53.45% and female literacy is 31.97%.