Patahatu - Goilkera, West Singhbhum
Patahatu is a village situated in the Goilkera subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. Kadamdiha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patahatu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patahatu is 377561. The village covers a total geographical area of 217.61 hectares and falls under the 833103 pincode. Chakardharpur is the nearest town.
Patahatu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patahatu
According to the 2011 Census, Patahatu village had a total population of 1,058 people, including 546 males and 512 females, living in 222 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.29%, with male literacy at 64.19% and female literacy at 29.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 773.
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 | 1,058 | 546 | 512 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 229 | 116 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 773 | 399 | 374 |
| Literate Population | 392 | 276 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 666 | 270 | 396 |
Nearby Villages of Patahatu
Patahatu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kebedkara | East | 1.29 km |
| Dewanbir | North-West | 1.46 km |
| Berasai | North-East | 2.00 km |
| Narsanda | South-East | 2.39 km |
| Kadamdiha | South | 2.41 km |
| Kuira | South-West | 2.78 km |
| Dhobadiha | East | 2.79 km |
| Sarjamhatu | North-East | 3.08 km |
| Baraebir | West | 3.10 km |
| Chhotakuira | South-East | 3.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Patahatu
Public transport in the Patahatu is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sonua, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Patahatu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patahatu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Patahatu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patahatu 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Patahatu
Where is Patahatu located?
Patahatu village is located in Goilkera Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patahatu?
The Gram Panchayat of Patahatu is Kadamdiha.
What is the pincode of Patahatu?
The pincode of Patahatu is 833103.
What is the population of Patahatu?
Patahatu had a total population of 1,058, including 546 males and 512 females.
How many households are there in Patahatu?
Patahatu had 222 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patahatu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patahatu was 47.29%. Male literacy was 64.19% and female literacy was 29.07%.