Patkum
Patkum is a village located in Ichagarh subdivision of Saraikela Kharsawan district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Ichakgarh (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Seraikela. As per 2009 stats, Patkum village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Patkum unique in its vibrant Ichagarh-Saraikela Kharsawan region. You’ll see Patkum’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Patkum
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Patkum is 378968. The village spans a total geographical area of 525 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 832403. Ichagarh is nearest town to Patkum village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Patkum village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Ichagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ranchi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Patkum
Population of Patkum
According to the 2011 Census, Patkum has a total population of about 1,639, with approximately 841 males and 798 females. The sex ratio is around 948 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 257 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 111 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 209. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.43%, with male literacy at about 59.33% and female literacy near 43.11%. There are around 408 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Patkum's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,639 | 841 | 798 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 257 | 130 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 56 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 209 | 108 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 843 | 499 | 344 |
| Illiterate Population | 796 | 342 | 454 |
Connectivity of Patkum
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Patkum. As per the 2011 stats, Patkum had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Patkum
Knowing the nearby villages of Patkum helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Patkum.
Frequently Asked Questions about Patkum
- Where is Patkum located?
- Patkum village is situated in Ichagarh Subdivision, within the Saraikela Kharsawan district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Patkum?
- Patkum serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Patkum?
- The pincode of Patkum is 832403, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Patkum as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Patkum is 1,639, with 841 males and 798 females.
- How many households are there in Patkum as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Patkum village has a total of 408 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Patkum as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Patkum is 51.43%. The male literacy rate is 59.33%, while the female literacy rate is 43.11%.