Patanawa - Dehri, Rohtas
Patanawa is a village situated in the Dehri subdivision of Rohtas district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dehri and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Sasaram. Chaknaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patanawa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patanawa is 252591. The village covers a total geographical area of 528 hectares and falls under the 821305 pincode. Dehri is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Patanawa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Patanawa
As per Census 2011, Patanawa village has a total population of 1,983 people, consisting of 1,042 males and 941 females. The village has 272 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 279 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,139 literate and 844 illiterate residents. Additionally, 556 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patanawa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,983 | 1,042 | 941 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 279 | 151 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 556 | 296 | 260 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,139 | 681 | 458 |
| Illiterate Population | 844 | 361 | 483 |
Nearby Villages of Patanawa
Patanawa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Indarpura | South-West | 1.10 km |
| Sikaria | North-East | 1.81 km |
| Madhanian | South-West | 2.09 km |
| Chaknaha | North | 2.33 km |
| Jaraha | South-West | 2.68 km |
| Jamuhara | West | 2.83 km |
| Shahpur | North-West | 2.86 km |
| Shankarpur | North | 3.08 km |
| Jainagra | West | 3.38 km |
| Shekhpura | South-East | 3.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Patanawa
Patanawa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bagahabishunpur, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 118.8 km.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dehri to Patanawa is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sasaram to Patanawa is about 26 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 Patanawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patanawa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Patanawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patanawa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Patanawa
Where is Patanawa located?
Patanawa village is located in Dehri Subdivision, Rohtas district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patanawa?
The Gram Panchayat of Patanawa is Chaknaha.
What is the pincode of Patanawa?
The pincode of Patanawa is 821305.
What is the population of Patanawa?
Patanawa has a total population of 1,983, including 1,042 males and 941 females.
How many households are there in Patanawa?
There are 272 households in Patanawa.
What is the literacy rate in Patanawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patanawa is 57.44%. Male literacy is 65.36% and female literacy is 48.67%.