Patarghat
Patarghat is a Town and Subdivision in Saharsa District of Bihar. In India, a subdivision is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Patarghat Block (CD) is 01176. The total area of Patarghat Subdivision is 174 km². Patarghat has a sex ratio of approximately 909 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Patarghat Subdivision
Patarghat Subdivision has a total of 15 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Patarghat Subdivision, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bara Singhia | Kishanpur | Madhepura (18 km) |
| 2 | Bhaddi | Jamhra | Madhepura (21 km) |
| 3 | Bishunpur | Bishanpur | Madhepura (28 km) |
| 4 | Dhabauli | Dhabauli East | Madhepura (10 km) |
| 5 | Gulam | Golma East | Saharsa (5 km) |
| 6 | Jamhra | Jamhra | Madhepura (15 km) |
| 7 | Jirwa | Pastpar | Madhepura (15 km) |
| 8 | Kapasia | Bishanpur | Madhepura (7 km) |
| 9 | Kishunpur | Kishanpur | Madhepura (15 km) |
| 10 | Lachhmipur | Patarghat | Saharsa (25 km) |
| 11 | Paharpur | Kishanpur | Madhepura (21 km) |
| 12 | Pama | Pama | Madhepura (19 km) |
| 13 | Pastpar | Pastpar | Madhepura (18 km) |
| 14 | Patarghat | Patarghat | Saharsa (22 km) |
| 15 | Sahgaura | Pama | Madhepura (15 km) |
Population of Patarghat Subdivision
The population profile of Patarghat Subdivision offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Patarghat Subdivision's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,28,322 | 1,28,322 | N/A |
| Male Population | 67,197 | 67,197 | N/A |
| Female Population | 61,125 | 61,125 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 25,889 | 25,889 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 13,430 | 13,430 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 12,459 | 12,459 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 56,005 | 56,005 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 34,185 | 34,185 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 21,820 | 21,820 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 72,317 | 72,317 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 33,012 | 33,012 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 39,305 | 39,305 | N/A |
| Total Households | 26,842 | 26,842 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 1,28,322 people. Includes nearly 67,197 males and 61,125 females. Rural population is about 1,28,322 people.
- There are around 25,889 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 13,430 boys and 12,459 girls.
- Literate population is about 56,005 people. Non-literate population is around 72,317 people.
- There are nearly 26,842 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Patarghat Subdivision, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 25,562 | 25,562 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 13,097 | 13,097 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 12,465 | 12,465 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 25 | 25 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 16 | 16 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 9 | 9 | N/A |
| Population Density | 736 / km² | 736 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Patarghat Subdivision is approximately 25,562 people, including 13,097 males and 12,465 females. Around 25,562 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Patarghat Subdivision is about 25 people, including 16 males and 9 females. Around 25 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 736 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 736 people per sq. km.