Patharia - Maheshpur, Pakur
Patharia is a village situated in the Maheshpur subdivision of Pakur district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maheshpur and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Pakaur. Pathria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patharia is 360594. The village covers a total geographical area of 483 hectares and falls under the 816106 pincode.
Patharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Patharia
As per Census 2011, Patharia village has a total population of 1,397 people, consisting of 708 males and 689 females. The village has 282 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 303 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 434 literate and 963 illiterate residents. Additionally, 100 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,150 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patharia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,397 | 708 | 689 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 303 | 159 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 54 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,150 | 586 | 564 |
| Literate Population | 434 | 279 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 963 | 429 | 534 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chakudhara | South-East | 1.67 km |
| Hardaspur | North-West | 1.69 km |
| Maldhara | North-East | 1.74 km |
| Kalidah | North | 1.77 km |
| Khusaldara | North | 1.77 km |
| Barakindua | South | 2.01 km |
| Birkhibathan | South-West | 2.09 km |
| Chhotakindua | South | 2.18 km |
| Kaira Chatar | East | 2.54 km |
| Sahari | North | 2.71 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 Murarai, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Pakaur to Patharia is about 32 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Patharia
Where is Patharia located?
Patharia village is located in Maheshpur Subdivision, Pakur district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Patharia is Pathria.
What is the pincode of Patharia?
The pincode of Patharia is 816106.
What is the population of Patharia?
Patharia has a total population of 1,397, including 708 males and 689 females.
How many households are there in Patharia?
There are 282 households in Patharia.
What is the literacy rate in Patharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patharia is 31.07%. Male literacy is 39.41% and female literacy is 22.50%.