Patrame - Beltangadi, Dakshina Kannada
Patrame is a village situated in the Beltangadi taluka of Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Beltangady and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Mangalore. Patrame village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patrame is 617680. The village covers a total geographical area of 1817.34 hectares and falls under the 574198 pincode. Puttur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Patrame village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Belthangady Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dakshina Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patrame
As per Census 2011, Patrame village has a total population of 2,311 people, consisting of 1,152 males and 1,159 females. The village has 500 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 238 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,653 literate and 658 illiterate residents. Additionally, 419 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 165 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patrame are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,311 | 1,152 | 1,159 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 109 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 419 | 210 | 209 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 165 | 76 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 1,653 | 903 | 750 |
| Illiterate Population | 658 | 249 | 409 |
Nearby Villages of Patrame
Patrame 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kokkada | South | 4.04 km |
| Nidle | East | 4.16 km |
| Belalu | North-West | 4.76 km |
| Bandaru | West | 5.36 km |
| Dharmasthala | North | 5.95 km |
| G0lithattu | South | 6.10 km |
| Konalu | South | 7.18 km |
| Mogru | South-West | 8.32 km |
| Kowkradi | South-East | 8.51 km |
| Koyyur | North-West | 9.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Patrame
Patrame is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Narimogaru, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puttur to Patrame is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mangalore to Patrame is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patrame
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patrame 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Patrame
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patrame village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Patrame
Where is Patrame located?
Patrame village is located in Beltangadi Taluka, Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patrame?
Patrame is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Patrame?
The pincode of Patrame is 574198.
What is the population of Patrame?
Patrame has a total population of 2,311, including 1,152 males and 1,159 females.
How many households are there in Patrame?
There are 500 households in Patrame.
What is the literacy rate in Patrame?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patrame is 71.53%. Male literacy is 78.39% and female literacy is 64.71%.