Patni - Ramgarhwa, Purbi Champaran
Patni is a village situated in the Ramgarhwa subdivision of Purbi Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from Ramgarhwa and around 50 km from Motihari. Patani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patni is 217607. The village covers a total geographical area of 1188.1 hectares and falls under the 845433 pincode. Raxaul is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Patni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Patni
As per Census 2011, Patni village has a total population of 7,977 people, consisting of 4,303 males and 3,674 females. The village has 1,606 households and a sex ratio of 853 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,559 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,294 literate and 4,683 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,517 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 162 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,977 | 4,303 | 3,674 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,559 | 806 | 753 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,517 | 820 | 697 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 162 | 86 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 3,294 | 2,127 | 1,167 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,683 | 2,176 | 2,507 |
Nearby Villages of Patni
Patni 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 Patni
Patni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Patni has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raxaul to Patni is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Motihari to Patni is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Patni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patni 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Patni
Where is Patni located?
Patni village is located in Ramgarhwa Subdivision, Purbi Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patni?
The Gram Panchayat of Patni is Patani.
What is the pincode of Patni?
The pincode of Patni is 845433.
What is the population of Patni?
Patni has a total population of 7,977, including 4,303 males and 3,674 females.
How many households are there in Patni?
There are 1,606 households in Patni.
What is the literacy rate in Patni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patni is 41.29%. Male literacy is 49.43% and female literacy is 31.76%.