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
According to the 2011 Census, Patanka village had a total population of 991 people, including 515 males and 476 females, living in 210 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.93%, with male literacy at 51.44% and female literacy at 27.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 68.
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 | 991 | 515 | 476 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 97 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 36 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 991, including 515 males and 476 females.
How many households are there in Patanka?
Patanka had 210 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patanka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patanka was 39.93%. Male literacy was 51.44% and female literacy was 27.62%.