Patera - Indri, Karnal
Patera is a village situated in the Indri tehsil of Karnal district, Haryana. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Indri and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Karnal. Pathera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patera is 059108. The village covers a total geographical area of 441 hectares and falls under the 132041 pincode. Karnal is the nearest town.
Patera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Indri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karnal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patera
As per Census 2011, Patera village has a total population of 1,822 people, consisting of 945 males and 877 females. The village has 323 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 243 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,241 literate and 581 illiterate residents. Additionally, 517 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,822 | 945 | 877 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 243 | 134 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 517 | 284 | 233 |
| Literate Population | 1,241 | 694 | 547 |
| Illiterate Population | 581 | 251 | 330 |
Nearby Villages of Patera
Patera is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajapur | East | 1.73 km |
| Khera | South-West | 1.90 km |
| Kahroba | North-West | 2.04 km |
| Taprian | North-West | 2.08 km |
| Budhanpur Khalsa | North-East | 2.41 km |
| Santhri | West | 2.47 km |
| Jainpur Sadhan | North-West | 2.87 km |
| Fatehgarh | South-East | 2.90 km |
| Chhaprian | North | 2.96 km |
| Kalri Khalsa | South | 3.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Patera
Patera is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Nilokheri, while the nearest airport is Karnal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.5 km.
| 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 Karnal to Patera is about 30 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 Patera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Patera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patera 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 Patera
Where is Patera located?
Patera village is located in Indri Tehsil, Karnal district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patera?
The Gram Panchayat of Patera is Pathera.
What is the pincode of Patera?
The pincode of Patera is 132041.
What is the population of Patera?
Patera has a total population of 1,822, including 945 males and 877 females.
How many households are there in Patera?
There are 323 households in Patera.
What is the literacy rate in Patera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patera is 68.11%. Male literacy is 73.44% and female literacy is 62.37%.