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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Patkai
As per Census 2011, Patkai village has a total population of 648 people, consisting of 316 males and 332 females. The village has 121 households and a sex ratio of 1,050 females per 1,000 males. There are 88 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 370 literate and 278 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 261 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patkai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 648 | 316 | 332 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 48 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| 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 has a total population of 648, including 316 males and 332 females.
How many households are there in Patkai?
There are 121 households in Patkai.
What is the literacy rate in Patkai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patkai is 57.10%. Male literacy is 64.87% and female literacy is 49.70%.