Patran - Keran, Kupwara
Patran is a village situated in the Keran tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 73 km from Kupwara and around 73 km from Kupwara. Pathran serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patran village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patran is 000006. The village covers a total geographical area of 146.5 hectares and falls under the 193224 pincode. Kupwara is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Patran village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karnah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patran
As per Census 2011, Patran village has a total population of 3,001 people, consisting of 2,046 males and 955 females. The village has 354 households and a sex ratio of 466 females per 1,000 males. There are 741 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,364 literate and 1,637 illiterate residents. Additionally, 349 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patran are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,001 | 2,046 | 955 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 741 | 493 | 248 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 349 | 176 | 173 |
| Literate Population | 1,364 | 1,118 | 246 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,637 | 928 | 709 |
Nearby Villages of Patran
Patran 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 Patran
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Patran.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Kupwara to Patran is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Patran is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patran 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 Patran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patran village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Patran
Where is Patran located?
Patran village is located in Keran Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patran?
The Gram Panchayat of Patran is Pathran.
What is the pincode of Patran?
The pincode of Patran is 193224.
What is the population of Patran?
Patran has a total population of 3,001, including 2,046 males and 955 females.
How many households are there in Patran?
There are 354 households in Patran.
What is the literacy rate in Patran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patran is 45.45%. Male literacy is 54.64% and female literacy is 25.76%.