Patkai - Burmu, Ranchi
Patkai is a village situated in the Burmu subdivision of Ranchi district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Burmu and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Ranchi. Murupiri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patkai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patkai is 373403. The village covers a total geographical area of 278 hectares and falls under the 834001 pincode. Ranchi is the nearest town.
Patkai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Patkai
According to the 2011 Census, Patkai village had a total population of 648 people, including 316 males and 332 females, living in 121 households. The sex ratio was 1,051 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.07%, with male literacy at 76.49% and female literacy at 56.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 261.
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 | 648 | 316 | 332 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 48 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 261 | 122 | 139 |
| Literate Population | 370 | 205 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 278 | 111 | 167 |
Nearby Villages of Patkai
Patkai 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 Patkai
Patkai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Patkai.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Ranchi to Patkai is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patkai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patkai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Patkai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patkai 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 Patkai
Where is Patkai located?
Patkai village is located in Burmu Subdivision, Ranchi district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Patkai?
The Gram Panchayat of Patkai is Murupiri.
What is the pincode of Patkai?
The pincode of Patkai is 834001.
What is the population of Patkai?
Patkai had a total population of 648, including 316 males and 332 females.
How many households are there in Patkai?
Patkai had 121 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patkai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patkai was 66.07%. Male literacy was 76.49% and female literacy was 56.51%.