Patarama Village - Mendarda, Junagadh
Patarama is a village situated in the Mendarda taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mendarda and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Patarama village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patarama is 514707. The village covers a total geographical area of 675.85 hectares and falls under the 362260 pincode. Keshod is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Patarama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manavadar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patarama
As per Census 2011, Patarama village has a total population of 851 people, consisting of 459 males and 392 females. The village has 186 households and a sex ratio of 854 females per 1,000 males. There are 79 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 564 literate and 287 illiterate residents. Additionally, 93 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patarama are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 851 | 459 | 392 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 48 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 46 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 564 | 343 | 221 |
| Illiterate Population | 287 | 116 | 171 |
Nearby Villages of Patarama
Patarama 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 Patarama
Patarama is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Keshod to Patarama is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Patarama is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patarama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patarama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Patarama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patarama 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Patarama
Where is Patarama located?
Patarama village is located in Mendarda Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patarama?
Patarama is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Patarama?
The pincode of Patarama is 362260.
What is the population of Patarama?
Patarama has a total population of 851, including 459 males and 392 females.
How many households are there in Patarama?
There are 186 households in Patarama.
What is the literacy rate in Patarama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patarama is 66.27%. Male literacy is 74.73% and female literacy is 56.38%.