Patena - Shimla ( Rural ), Shimla
Patena is a village situated in the Shimla ( Rural ) tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from Shimla. Bagi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patena village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patena is 024423. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.4 hectares and falls under the 171001 pincode. Jutogh is the nearest town.
Patena village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patena
According to the 2011 Census, Patena village had a total population of 216 people, including 112 males and 104 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.46%, with male literacy at 88.00% and female literacy at 84.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 135.
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 | 216 | 112 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 135 | 64 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 166 | 88 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 24 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Patena
Patena 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 Patena
Patena 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 Shimla to Patena is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patena
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patena village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Patena
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patena village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Patena
Where is Patena located?
Patena village is located in Shimla ( Rural ) Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patena?
The Gram Panchayat of Patena is Bagi.
What is the pincode of Patena?
The pincode of Patena is 171001.
What is the population of Patena?
Patena had a total population of 216, including 112 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Patena?
Patena had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patena?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patena was 86.46%. Male literacy was 88.00% and female literacy was 84.78%.