Patna - Areth, Surat
Patna is a village situated in the Areth taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from Mandvi and around 40 km from Surat. Vegi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patna is 524016. The village covers a total geographical area of 289.59 hectares and falls under the 394140 pincode. Mandvi is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Patna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mandvi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patna
According to the 2011 Census, Patna village had a total population of 344 people, including 172 males and 172 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.67%, with male literacy at 82.35% and female literacy at 66.89%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 185.
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 | 344 | 172 | 172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 19 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 185 | 89 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 227 | 126 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 46 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Patna
Patna 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 Patna
Public transport in the Patna 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 Mandvi to Patna is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Patna 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 Patna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Patna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Patna
Where is Patna located?
Patna village is located in Areth Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patna?
The Gram Panchayat of Patna is Vegi.
What is the pincode of Patna?
The pincode of Patna is 394140.
What is the population of Patna?
Patna had a total population of 344, including 172 males and 172 females.
How many households are there in Patna?
Patna had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patna was 74.67%. Male literacy was 82.35% and female literacy was 66.89%.