Patukhar - Sunni, Shimla
Patukhar is a village situated in the Sunni tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from Shimla. Reog serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patukhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patukhar is 024065. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.92 hectares and falls under the 171301 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Patukhar 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 Patukhar
According to the 2011 Census, Patukhar village had a total population of 132 people, including 65 males and 67 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 1,031 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.70%, with male literacy at 95.24% and female literacy at 79.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 50.
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 | 132 | 65 | 67 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 2 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 107 | 60 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 5 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Patukhar
Patukhar 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 Patukhar
Public transport in the Patukhar is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Shimla to Patukhar is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patukhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patukhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Patukhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patukhar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Patukhar
Where is Patukhar located?
Patukhar village is located in Sunni Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patukhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Patukhar is Reog.
What is the pincode of Patukhar?
The pincode of Patukhar is 171301.
What is the population of Patukhar?
Patukhar had a total population of 132, including 65 males and 67 females.
How many households are there in Patukhar?
Patukhar had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patukhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patukhar was 87.70%. Male literacy was 95.24% and female literacy was 79.66%.