Patalpani - Berasia, Bhopal
Patalpani is a village situated in the Berasia tehsil of Bhopal district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 54 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berasia and around 94 km from the district headquarters in Bhopal. Rawatpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patalpani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patalpani is 482335. The village covers a total geographical area of 683.15 hectares and falls under the 462120 pincode. Berasia is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Patalpani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Berasia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhopal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patalpani
As per Census 2011, Patalpani village has a total population of 547 people, consisting of 307 males and 240 females. The village has 98 households and a sex ratio of 781 females per 1,000 males. There are 138 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 115 literate and 432 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patalpani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 547 | 307 | 240 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 81 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 74 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 432 | 233 | 199 |
Nearby Villages of Patalpani
Patalpani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Garha Brahman | North | 3.09 km |
| Khandariya | South-East | 3.20 km |
| Kalapatha | East | 3.31 km |
| Rawatpura | West | 3.51 km |
| Keetai Dewapura | South-West | 3.99 km |
| Kher Kheda | South | 4.08 km |
| Haripur | South-East | 4.71 km |
| Keetgarh | South-West | 4.95 km |
| Majidgarh | North-West | 5.31 km |
| Dabakan | North | 5.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Patalpani
Patalpani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Biyavra Rajgarh, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Berasia to Patalpani is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhopal to Patalpani is about 94 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 Patalpani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patalpani 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Patalpani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patalpani 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 Patalpani
Where is Patalpani located?
Patalpani village is located in Berasia Tehsil, Bhopal district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patalpani?
The Gram Panchayat of Patalpani is Rawatpura.
What is the pincode of Patalpani?
The pincode of Patalpani is 462120.
What is the population of Patalpani?
Patalpani has a total population of 547, including 307 males and 240 females.
How many households are there in Patalpani?
There are 98 households in Patalpani.
What is the literacy rate in Patalpani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patalpani is 21.02%. Male literacy is 24.10% and female literacy is 17.08%.