Posua Patania - Riga, Sitamarhi
Posua Patania is a village situated in the Riga subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Riga and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Posua Patania village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Posua Patania is 219349. The village covers a total geographical area of 153.83 hectares and falls under the 843327 pincode. Sitamarhi is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Posua Patania village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Posua Patania
As per Census 2011, Posua Patania village has a total population of 6,387 people, consisting of 3,356 males and 3,031 females. The village has 1,292 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,368 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,232 literate and 4,155 illiterate residents. Additionally, 985 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Posua Patania are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,387 | 3,356 | 3,031 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,368 | 693 | 675 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 985 | 505 | 480 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 2,232 | 1,422 | 810 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,155 | 1,934 | 2,221 |
Nearby Villages of Posua Patania
Posua Patania 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 Posua Patania
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Posua Patania. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Posua Patania.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitamarhi to Posua Patania is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Posua Patania
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Posua Patania village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Posua Patania
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Posua Patania 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Posua Patania
Where is Posua Patania located?
Posua Patania village is located in Riga Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Posua Patania?
Posua Patania is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Posua Patania?
The pincode of Posua Patania is 843327.
What is the population of Posua Patania?
Posua Patania has a total population of 6,387, including 3,356 males and 3,031 females.
How many households are there in Posua Patania?
There are 1,292 households in Posua Patania.
What is the literacy rate in Posua Patania?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Posua Patania is 34.95%. Male literacy is 42.37% and female literacy is 26.72%.