Patora - Lundra, Surguja
Patora is a village situated in the Lundra tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lundra and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Patora village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patora is 433362. The village covers a total geographical area of 741 hectares and falls under the 497101 pincode. Ambikapur is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Patora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lundra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patora
As per Census 2011, Patora village has a total population of 2,071 people, consisting of 1,027 males and 1,044 females. The village has 467 households and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males. There are 291 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,046 literate and 1,025 illiterate residents. Additionally, 121 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,457 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,071 | 1,027 | 1,044 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 291 | 154 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 121 | 61 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,457 | 714 | 743 |
| Literate Population | 1,046 | 564 | 482 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,025 | 463 | 562 |
Nearby Villages of Patora
Patora is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Agasi | South-East | 1.78 km |
| Bardih | North-West | 2.55 km |
| Karesar | South | 2.63 km |
| Karouli | North | 2.88 km |
| Sahanpur | East | 2.88 km |
| Amgaon | South-West | 2.93 km |
| Chiranga | West | 3.29 km |
| Batouli | North | 3.48 km |
| Nawdiha | East | 3.69 km |
| Ghaghari | South-East | 4.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Patora
Patora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 121.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Ambikapur to Patora is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Patora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Patora
Where is Patora located?
Patora village is located in Lundra Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patora?
Patora is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Patora?
The pincode of Patora is 497101.
What is the population of Patora?
Patora has a total population of 2,071, including 1,027 males and 1,044 females.
How many households are there in Patora?
There are 467 households in Patora.
What is the literacy rate in Patora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patora is 50.51%. Male literacy is 54.92% and female literacy is 46.17%.