Patkhilori - Gondal, Rajkot
Patkhilori is a village situated in the Gondal taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gondal and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Patkhilori village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patkhilori is 513269. The village covers a total geographical area of 768.52 hectares and falls under the 360045 pincode. Gondal is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Patkhilori village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gondal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patkhilori
According to the 2011 Census, Patkhilori village had a total population of 1,554 people, including 788 males and 766 females, living in 294 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.87%, with male literacy at 85.76% and female literacy at 78.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 229.
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 | 1,554 | 788 | 766 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 100 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 229 | 119 | 110 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,129 | 590 | 539 |
| Illiterate Population | 425 | 198 | 227 |
Nearby Villages of Patkhilori
Patkhilori 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 Patkhilori
Patkhilori 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 Gondal to Patkhilori is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Patkhilori is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patkhilori
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patkhilori 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Patkhilori
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patkhilori 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Patkhilori
Where is Patkhilori located?
Patkhilori village is located in Gondal Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Patkhilori?
Patkhilori is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Patkhilori?
The pincode of Patkhilori is 360045.
What is the population of Patkhilori?
Patkhilori had a total population of 1,554, including 788 males and 766 females.
How many households are there in Patkhilori?
Patkhilori had 294 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patkhilori?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patkhilori was 81.87%. Male literacy was 85.76% and female literacy was 78.00%.