Patkhaulia - Chanpatia, Pashchim Champaran
Patkhaulia is a village situated in the Chanpatia subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chanpatia and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Lakhaura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patkhaulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patkhaulia is 217183. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.1 hectares and falls under the 845450 pincode. Chanpatia is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Patkhaulia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Patkhaulia
According to the 2011 Census, Patkhaulia village had a total population of 1,242 people, including 662 males and 580 females, living in 188 households. The sex ratio was 876 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.36%, with male literacy at 79.74% and female literacy at 44.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 121.
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 | 1,242 | 662 | 580 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 235 | 124 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 121 | 69 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 638 | 429 | 209 |
| Illiterate Population | 604 | 233 | 371 |
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. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Patkhaulia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Chanpatia to Patkhaulia is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Patkhaulia is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 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 5-10 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Patkhaulia
Where is Patkhaulia located?
Patkhaulia village is located in Chanpatia Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Patkhaulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Patkhaulia is Lakhaura.
What is the pincode of Patkhaulia?
The pincode of Patkhaulia is 845450.
What is the population of Patkhaulia?
Patkhaulia had a total population of 1,242, including 662 males and 580 females.
How many households are there in Patkhaulia?
Patkhaulia had 188 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patkhaulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patkhaulia was 63.36%. Male literacy was 79.74% and female literacy was 44.56%.