Patki - Peterwar, Bokaro
Patki is a village situated in the Peterwar subdivision of Bokaro district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Peterwar and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Bokaro. Patki village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patki is 362427. The village covers a total geographical area of 527.1 hectares and falls under the 829121 pincode.
Patki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gomiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Giridih Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patki
According to the 2011 Census, Patki village had a total population of 2,136 people, including 1,110 males and 1,026 females, living in 426 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.39%, with male literacy at 71.32% and female literacy at 46.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 343, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 941.
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 | 2,136 | 1,110 | 1,026 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 390 | 207 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 343 | 161 | 182 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 941 | 496 | 445 |
| Literate Population | 1,037 | 644 | 393 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,099 | 466 | 633 |
Nearby Villages of Patki
Patki 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 Patki
Patki is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Bokaro to Patki 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 Patki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Patki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patki 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 Patki
Where is Patki located?
Patki village is located in Peterwar Subdivision, Bokaro district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patki?
Patki is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Patki?
The pincode of Patki is 829121.
What is the population of Patki?
Patki had a total population of 2,136, including 1,110 males and 1,026 females.
How many households are there in Patki?
Patki had 426 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patki was 59.39%. Male literacy was 71.32% and female literacy was 46.62%.