Patkhaulia - Bairia, Pashchim Champaran
Patkhaulia is a village situated in the Bairia subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bairia and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Bathna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patkhaulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patkhaulia is 217425. The village covers a total geographical area of 243.43 hectares and falls under the 845438 pincode. Bettiah is the nearest town, located about 24 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 883 people, consisting of 450 males and 433 females. The village has 172 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 165 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 475 literate and 408 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patkhaulia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 883 | 450 | 433 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 82 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 12 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 475 | 286 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 408 | 164 | 244 |
Nearby Villages of Patkhaulia
Patkhaulia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tola Asaram | South-East | 0.72 km |
| Bathna | South-West | 1.23 km |
| Damodarpur | North-West | 1.42 km |
| Tola Mansa Dube | East | 1.44 km |
| Gaura | West | 1.66 km |
| Dih Bherihari | South | 1.68 km |
| Bhaia Ram Bherihari | South | 2.01 km |
| Phul Jharia | North-East | 2.29 km |
| Laukaria | North | 2.56 km |
| Narayanpur | West | 2.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Patkhaulia
Patkhaulia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Prajapati Halt, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bettiah to Patkhaulia is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 5-10 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 Bairia Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patkhaulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Patkhaulia is Bathna.
What is the pincode of Patkhaulia?
The pincode of Patkhaulia is 845438.
What is the population of Patkhaulia?
Patkhaulia has a total population of 883, including 450 males and 433 females.
How many households are there in Patkhaulia?
There are 172 households in Patkhaulia.
What is the literacy rate in Patkhaulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patkhaulia is 53.79%. Male literacy is 63.56% and female literacy is 43.65%.