Patkhauli - Gaunaha, Pashchim Champaran
Patkhauli is a village situated in the Gaunaha subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaunaha and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Majharia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patkhauli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patkhauli is 216418. The village covers a total geographical area of 104.96 hectares and falls under the 845451 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Patkhauli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Patkhauli
As per Census 2011, Patkhauli village has a total population of 1,246 people, consisting of 648 males and 598 females. The village has 210 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 280 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 596 literate and 650 illiterate residents. Additionally, 190 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 110 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patkhauli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,246 | 648 | 598 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 280 | 167 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 190 | 104 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 110 | 57 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 596 | 332 | 264 |
| Illiterate Population | 650 | 316 | 334 |
Nearby Villages of Patkhauli
Patkhauli 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 Patkhauli
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Patkhauli. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Patkhauli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narkatiyaganj to Patkhauli is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Patkhauli is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patkhauli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patkhauli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Patkhauli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patkhauli 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Patkhauli
Where is Patkhauli located?
Patkhauli village is located in Gaunaha Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patkhauli?
The Gram Panchayat of Patkhauli is Majharia.
What is the pincode of Patkhauli?
The pincode of Patkhauli is 845451.
What is the population of Patkhauli?
Patkhauli has a total population of 1,246, including 648 males and 598 females.
How many households are there in Patkhauli?
There are 210 households in Patkhauli.
What is the literacy rate in Patkhauli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patkhauli is 47.83%. Male literacy is 51.23% and female literacy is 44.15%.