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
According to the 2011 Census, Patarapali village had a total population of 1,135 people, including 560 males and 575 females, living in 266 households. The sex ratio was 1,027 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.34%, with male literacy at 78.61% and female literacy at 54.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 82, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 927.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 had a total population of 1,135, including 560 males and 575 females.
How many households are there in Patarapali?
Patarapali had 266 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patarapali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patarapali was 66.34%. Male literacy was 78.61% and female literacy was 54.21%.