Patarama - 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
According to the 2011 Census, Patarama village had a total population of 851 people, including 459 males and 392 females, living in 186 households. The sex ratio was 854 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.06%, with male literacy at 83.45% and female literacy at 61.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 93.
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 | 851 | 459 | 392 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 48 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 46 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 851, including 459 males and 392 females.
How many households are there in Patarama?
Patarama had 186 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patarama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patarama was 73.06%. Male literacy was 83.45% and female literacy was 61.22%.