Patharia - Madhupur, Deoghar
Patharia is a village situated in the Madhupur subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madhupur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Suggapahari 2 serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patharia is 354541. The village covers a total geographical area of 158 hectares and falls under the 815353 pincode.
Patharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Patharia
According to the 2011 Census, Patharia village had a total population of 1,194 people, including 603 males and 591 females, living in 225 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.00%, with male literacy at 62.82% and female literacy at 36.43%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 100.
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 | 1,194 | 603 | 591 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 284 | 135 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 100 | 53 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 455 | 294 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 739 | 309 | 430 |
Nearby Villages of Patharia
Patharia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Narainpur | North | 1.01 km |
| Pamar Chak | North-East | 1.05 km |
| Nawadih Chhit | North-East | 1.22 km |
| Sabaijor | North-East | 1.90 km |
| Narayanpur | North | 1.91 km |
| Asta | South | 2.22 km |
| Jhunka | North | 2.29 km |
| Dudhani | South-East | 2.37 km |
| Salaia | North | 2.51 km |
| Dubra | North-East | 2.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Patharia
Patharia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sugapahari, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Deoghar to Patharia is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patharia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Patharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patharia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Patharia
Where is Patharia located?
Patharia village is located in Madhupur Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Patharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Patharia is Suggapahari 2.
What is the pincode of Patharia?
The pincode of Patharia is 815353.
What is the population of Patharia?
Patharia had a total population of 1,194, including 603 males and 591 females.
How many households are there in Patharia?
Patharia had 225 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patharia was 50.00%. Male literacy was 62.82% and female literacy was 36.43%.