Patanka - Santalpur, Patan
Patanka is a village situated in the Santalpur taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Santalpur and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Patan. Patanka village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patanka is 508622. The village covers a total geographical area of 3735.75 hectares and falls under the 385360 pincode. Radhanpur is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Patanka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kankrej Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patanka
As per Census 2011, Patanka village has a total population of 991 people, consisting of 515 males and 476 females. The village has 210 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 182 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 323 literate and 668 illiterate residents. Additionally, 68 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patanka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 991 | 515 | 476 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 97 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 36 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 323 | 215 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 668 | 300 | 368 |
Nearby Villages of Patanka
Patanka 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 Patanka
Public transport in the Patanka is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Radhanpur to Patanka is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Patanka is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patanka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patanka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Patanka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patanka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Patanka
Where is Patanka located?
Patanka village is located in Santalpur Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patanka?
Patanka is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Patanka?
The pincode of Patanka is 385360.
What is the population of Patanka?
Patanka has a total population of 991, including 515 males and 476 females.
How many households are there in Patanka?
There are 210 households in Patanka.
What is the literacy rate in Patanka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patanka is 32.59%. Male literacy is 41.75% and female literacy is 22.69%.