Patarapali - Pathalgaon, Jashpur
Patarapali is a village situated in the Pathalgaon tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pathalgaon and around 109 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Patarapali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patarapali is 434260. The village covers a total geographical area of 317.42 hectares and falls under the 496118 pincode. Pathalgaon is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Patarapali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pathalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patarapali
As per Census 2011, Patarapali village has a total population of 1,135 people, consisting of 560 males and 575 females. The village has 266 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 119 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 674 literate and 461 illiterate residents. Additionally, 82 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 927 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patarapali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,135 | 560 | 575 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 55 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 38 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 927 | 457 | 470 |
| Literate Population | 674 | 397 | 277 |
| Illiterate Population | 461 | 163 | 298 |
Nearby Villages of Patarapali
Patarapali 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 Patarapali
Patarapali is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. Patarapali has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Pathalgaon to Patarapali is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Patarapali is about 109 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patarapali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patarapali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Patarapali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patarapali 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 Patarapali
Where is Patarapali located?
Patarapali village is located in Pathalgaon Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patarapali?
Patarapali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Patarapali?
The pincode of Patarapali is 496118.
What is the population of Patarapali?
Patarapali has a total population of 1,135, including 560 males and 575 females.
How many households are there in Patarapali?
There are 266 households in Patarapali.
What is the literacy rate in Patarapali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patarapali is 59.38%. Male literacy is 70.89% and female literacy is 48.17%.