Patwana - Baldwara, Mandi
Patwana is a village situated in the Baldwara tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Kot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patwana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patwana is 014199. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.4 hectares and falls under the 175034 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Patwana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sarkaghat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patwana
According to the 2011 Census, Patwana village had a total population of 178 people, including 86 males and 92 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 1,070 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.69%, with male literacy at 86.08% and female literacy at 67.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 48.
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 | 178 | 86 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 27 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 125 | 68 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 18 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Patwana
Patwana 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 Patwana
Patwana 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Patwana is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patwana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patwana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Patwana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patwana 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 Patwana
Where is Patwana located?
Patwana village is located in Baldwara Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Patwana?
The Gram Panchayat of Patwana is Kot.
What is the pincode of Patwana?
The pincode of Patwana is 175034.
What is the population of Patwana?
Patwana had a total population of 178, including 86 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Patwana?
Patwana had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patwana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patwana was 76.69%. Male literacy was 86.08% and female literacy was 67.86%.