Patahi Jadu - Patahi, Purbi Champaran
Patahi Jadu is a village situated in the Patahi subdivision of Purbi Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 35 km from Motihari. Patahi East serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patahi Jadu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patahi Jadu is 218531. The village covers a total geographical area of 989.85 hectares and falls under the 845457 pincode. Pakri Dayal is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Patahi Jadu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Patahi Jadu
As per Census 2011, Patahi Jadu village has a total population of 10,040 people, consisting of 5,208 males and 4,832 females. The village has 2,299 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,836 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,085 literate and 5,955 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,508 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patahi Jadu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,040 | 5,208 | 4,832 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,836 | 938 | 898 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,508 | 1,286 | 1,222 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 4,085 | 2,433 | 1,652 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,955 | 2,775 | 3,180 |
Nearby Villages of Patahi Jadu
Patahi Jadu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rampur Manorath | South | 2.05 km |
| Parsauni Kapur | South-West | 2.18 km |
| Balua Urf Dumri Gobind | North | 2.45 km |
| Champapur | North-East | 2.50 km |
| Balua Zulfaqarabad | North-West | 2.58 km |
| Bela Baiju | West | 2.96 km |
| Belahi Ram | South-East | 3.36 km |
| Mirzapur | East | 3.46 km |
| Bhit Gharwa | East | 3.60 km |
| Shekhpurwa | South-West | 3.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Patahi Jadu
Public transport in the Patahi Jadu is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kuria, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pakri Dayal to Patahi Jadu is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Motihari to Patahi Jadu is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patahi Jadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patahi Jadu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Patahi Jadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patahi Jadu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Patahi Jadu
Where is Patahi Jadu located?
Patahi Jadu village is located in Patahi Subdivision, Purbi Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patahi Jadu?
The Gram Panchayat of Patahi Jadu is Patahi East.
What is the pincode of Patahi Jadu?
The pincode of Patahi Jadu is 845457.
What is the population of Patahi Jadu?
Patahi Jadu has a total population of 10,040, including 5,208 males and 4,832 females.
How many households are there in Patahi Jadu?
There are 2,299 households in Patahi Jadu.
What is the literacy rate in Patahi Jadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patahi Jadu is 40.69%. Male literacy is 46.72% and female literacy is 34.19%.