Patta - Darlaghat, Solan
Patta is a village situated in the Darlaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 95 km from Solan. Materni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patta is 020019. The village covers a total geographical area of 43 hectares and falls under the 173221 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Patta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patta
According to the 2011 Census, Patta village had a total population of 278 people, including 139 males and 139 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.09%, with male literacy at 95.76% and female literacy at 80.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 37.
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 | 278 | 139 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 21 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 207 | 113 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 26 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Patta
Patta 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 Patta
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Patta.
| 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 Solan to Patta is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patta 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 Patta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patta 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 Patta
Where is Patta located?
Patta village is located in Darlaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patta?
The Gram Panchayat of Patta is Materni.
What is the pincode of Patta?
The pincode of Patta is 173221.
What is the population of Patta?
Patta had a total population of 278, including 139 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Patta?
Patta had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patta was 88.09%. Male literacy was 95.76% and female literacy was 80.34%.