Patnia - Goilkera, West Singhbhum
Patnia is a village situated in the Goilkera subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 95 km from Chaibasa. Kaida serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patnia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patnia is 377625. The village covers a total geographical area of 482 hectares and falls under the 833103 pincode. Chakardharpur is the nearest town.
Patnia 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 Patnia
According to the 2011 Census, Patnia village had a total population of 836 people, including 445 males and 391 females, living in 162 households. The sex ratio was 879 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.26%, with male literacy at 70.11% and female literacy at 40.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 710.
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 | 836 | 445 | 391 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 77 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 710 | 374 | 336 |
| Literate Population | 391 | 258 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 445 | 187 | 258 |
Nearby Villages of Patnia
Patnia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Parlipos | North-West | 1.79 km |
| Dalki | North | 2.41 km |
| Samij | West | 3.27 km |
| Jojgutu | South | 3.34 km |
| Baghchata | West | 3.78 km |
| Golruan | North-East | 3.87 km |
| Jorobari | North-West | 3.96 km |
| Pokam | North | 4.32 km |
| Konena | East | 4.43 km |
| Pahardiha | West | 4.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Patnia
Patnia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Posotia, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.2 km.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Patnia is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patnia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patnia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Patnia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patnia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Patnia
Where is Patnia located?
Patnia village is located in Goilkera Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patnia?
The Gram Panchayat of Patnia is Kaida.
What is the pincode of Patnia?
The pincode of Patnia is 833103.
What is the population of Patnia?
Patnia had a total population of 836, including 445 males and 391 females.
How many households are there in Patnia?
Patnia had 162 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patnia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patnia was 56.26%. Male literacy was 70.11% and female literacy was 40.67%.