Patkhaulia - Jogapatti, Pashchim Champaran
Patkhaulia is a village situated in the Jogapatti subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jogapatti and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Basopatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patkhaulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patkhaulia is 217090. The village covers a total geographical area of 142 hectares and falls under the 845451 pincode. Bettiah is the nearest town, located about 15 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 1,791 people, including 955 males and 836 females, living in 336 households. The sex ratio was 875 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.22%, with male literacy at 74.08% and female literacy at 52.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 382.
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 | 1,791 | 955 | 836 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 335 | 168 | 167 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 382 | 209 | 173 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 935 | 583 | 352 |
| Illiterate Population | 856 | 372 | 484 |
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 facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Patkhaulia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bettiah to Patkhaulia is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Patkhaulia is about 20 km, with the usual travel time 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 2-5 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 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 Patkhaulia
Where is Patkhaulia located?
Patkhaulia village is located in Jogapatti Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Patkhaulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Patkhaulia is Basopatti.
What is the pincode of Patkhaulia?
The pincode of Patkhaulia is 845451.
What is the population of Patkhaulia?
Patkhaulia had a total population of 1,791, including 955 males and 836 females.
How many households are there in Patkhaulia?
Patkhaulia had 336 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patkhaulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patkhaulia was 64.22%. Male literacy was 74.08% and female literacy was 52.62%.