Patusola - Ranishwar, Dumka
Patusola is a village situated in the Ranishwar subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranishwar and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Haripur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patusola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patusola is 371131. The village covers a total geographical area of 133 hectares and falls under the 814148 pincode.
Patusola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Patusola
According to the 2011 Census, Patusola village had a total population of 493 people, including 239 males and 254 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 1,063 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.00%, with male literacy at 72.46% and female literacy at 44.64%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 451.
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 | 493 | 239 | 254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 32 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 451 | 220 | 231 |
| Literate Population | 250 | 150 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 243 | 89 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Patusola
Patusola 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 Patusola
Patusola is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Dumka to Patusola is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patusola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patusola 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Patusola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patusola 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Patusola
Where is Patusola located?
Patusola village is located in Ranishwar Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Patusola?
The Gram Panchayat of Patusola is Haripur.
What is the pincode of Patusola?
The pincode of Patusola is 814148.
What is the population of Patusola?
Patusola had a total population of 493, including 239 males and 254 females.
How many households are there in Patusola?
Patusola had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patusola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patusola was 58.00%. Male literacy was 72.46% and female literacy was 44.64%.