Patluka - Bokhara, Sitamarhi
Patluka is a village situated in the Bokhara subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bokhara and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Singhachauri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patluka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patluka is 219797. The village covers a total geographical area of 171 hectares and falls under the 843318 pincode. Pupri is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Patluka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Patluka
As per Census 2011, Patluka village has a total population of 3,379 people, consisting of 1,776 males and 1,603 females. The village has 816 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 646 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,067 literate and 2,312 illiterate residents. Additionally, 500 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patluka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,379 | 1,776 | 1,603 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 646 | 324 | 322 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 500 | 260 | 240 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,067 | 704 | 363 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,312 | 1,072 | 1,240 |
Nearby Villages of Patluka
Patluka 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 Patluka
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Patluka.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Pupri to Patluka is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sitamarhi to Patluka is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patluka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patluka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Patluka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patluka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Patluka
Where is Patluka located?
Patluka village is located in Bokhara Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patluka?
The Gram Panchayat of Patluka is Singhachauri.
What is the pincode of Patluka?
The pincode of Patluka is 843318.
What is the population of Patluka?
Patluka has a total population of 3,379, including 1,776 males and 1,603 females.
How many households are there in Patluka?
There are 816 households in Patluka.
What is the literacy rate in Patluka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patluka is 31.58%. Male literacy is 39.64% and female literacy is 22.65%.