Patkhaulia - Sikta, Pashchim Champaran
Patkhaulia is a village situated in the Sikta subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sikta and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Jagarnath Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patkhaulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patkhaulia is 217221. The village covers a total geographical area of 127.2 hectares and falls under the 845307 pincode. Bettiah is the nearest town, located about 41 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 1,497 people, consisting of 821 males and 676 females. The village has 253 households and a sex ratio of 823 females per 1,000 males. There are 372 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 514 literate and 983 illiterate residents. Additionally, 415 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patkhaulia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,497 | 821 | 676 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 372 | 187 | 185 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 415 | 219 | 196 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 514 | 350 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 983 | 471 | 512 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jagarnathpur | South-West | 1.89 km |
| Mainpur | North | 1.97 km |
| Sargatia | West | 2.05 km |
| Puraina | South | 2.14 km |
| Bahuari | South-East | 3.54 km |
| Gamharia Birnagar | North-East | 3.88 km |
| Tola Gularia | North | 3.88 km |
| Ekdari Mangalpur | North | 4.13 km |
| Banjariya Sirsiya | East | 4.19 km |
| Nonia Tola | North-West | 4.29 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 Sikta, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 14.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Patkhaulia
Where is Patkhaulia located?
Patkhaulia village is located in Sikta Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patkhaulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Patkhaulia is Jagarnath Pur.
What is the pincode of Patkhaulia?
The pincode of Patkhaulia is 845307.
What is the population of Patkhaulia?
Patkhaulia has a total population of 1,497, including 821 males and 676 females.
How many households are there in Patkhaulia?
There are 253 households in Patkhaulia.
What is the literacy rate in Patkhaulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patkhaulia is 34.34%. Male literacy is 42.63% and female literacy is 24.26%.