Patkhaulia - Bagaha, Pashchim Champaran
Patkhaulia is a village situated in the Bagaha subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bagaha and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Bhairoganj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patkhaulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patkhaulia is 216851. The village covers a total geographical area of 150.2 hectares and falls under the 845105 pincode. Bagha is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Patkhaulia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Patkhaulia
As per Census 2011, Patkhaulia village has a total population of 660 people, consisting of 351 males and 309 females. The village has 130 households and a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males. There are 117 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 318 literate and 342 illiterate residents. Additionally, 259 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patkhaulia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 660 | 351 | 309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 59 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 259 | 137 | 122 |
| Literate Population | 318 | 210 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 342 | 141 | 201 |
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
Public transport in the Patkhaulia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Patkhaulia has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagha to Patkhaulia is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Patkhaulia is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Patkhaulia
Where is Patkhaulia located?
Patkhaulia village is located in Bagaha Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patkhaulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Patkhaulia is Bhairoganj.
What is the pincode of Patkhaulia?
The pincode of Patkhaulia is 845105.
What is the population of Patkhaulia?
Patkhaulia has a total population of 660, including 351 males and 309 females.
How many households are there in Patkhaulia?
There are 130 households in Patkhaulia.
What is the literacy rate in Patkhaulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patkhaulia is 48.18%. Male literacy is 59.83% and female literacy is 34.95%.