Patkura
Patkura is a village located in Lakhanpur tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 55km away from sub-district headquarter Lakhanpur (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Patkura village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Patkura unique in its vibrant Lakhanpur-Surguja region. You’ll see Patkura’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Patkura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Patkura is 433073. The village spans a total geographical area of 2903.67 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497116. Lakhanpur is nearest town to Patkura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 55km away.
Google Map of Patkura
Population of Patkura
According to the 2011 Census, Patkura has a total population of about 1,725, with approximately 867 males and 858 females. The sex ratio is around 989 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 362 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 39 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,374. The overall literacy rate is approximately 25.80%, with male literacy at about 31.72% and female literacy near 19.81%. There are around 378 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Patkura's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,725 | 867 | 858 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 362 | 180 | 182 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,374 | 683 | 691 |
| Literate Population | 445 | 275 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,280 | 592 | 688 |
Connectivity of Patkura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Patkura. As per the 2011 stats, Patkura had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Patkura
Knowing the nearby villages of Patkura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Patkura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Patkura
- Where is Patkura located?
- Patkura village is situated in Lakhanpur Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Patkura?
- Patkura serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Patkura?
- The pincode of Patkura is 497116, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Patkura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Patkura is 1,725, with 867 males and 858 females.
- How many households are there in Patkura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Patkura village has a total of 378 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Patkura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Patkura is 25.80%. The male literacy rate is 31.72%, while the female literacy rate is 19.81%.