Patkhaulia - Majhaulia, Pashchim Champaran
Patkhaulia is a village situated in the Majhaulia subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Majhaulia and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Bakharia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patkhaulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patkhaulia is 217335. The village covers a total geographical area of 43 hectares and falls under the 845454 pincode. Bettiah is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Patkhaulia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bettiah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Paschim Champaran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patkhaulia
According to the 2011 Census, Patkhaulia village had a total population of 336 people, including 167 males and 169 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 1,012 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.74%, with male literacy at 50.41% and female literacy at 32.77%.
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 | 336 | 167 | 169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 44 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 101 | 62 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 235 | 105 | 130 |
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
Patkhaulia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bettiah to Patkhaulia is about 20 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Patkhaulia
Where is Patkhaulia located?
Patkhaulia village is located in Majhaulia Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Patkhaulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Patkhaulia is Bakharia.
What is the pincode of Patkhaulia?
The pincode of Patkhaulia is 845454.
What is the population of Patkhaulia?
Patkhaulia had a total population of 336, including 167 males and 169 females.
How many households are there in Patkhaulia?
Patkhaulia had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patkhaulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patkhaulia was 41.74%. Male literacy was 50.41% and female literacy was 32.77%.