Patan - Bijawar, Chhatarpur
Patan is a village situated in the Bijawar tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bijawar and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Patan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patan is 458259. The village covers a total geographical area of 2518.88 hectares and falls under the 471405 pincode. Bijawar is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Patan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Patan
As per Census 2011, Patan village has a total population of 1,386 people, consisting of 743 males and 643 females. The village has 279 households and a sex ratio of 865 females per 1,000 males. There are 256 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 622 literate and 764 illiterate residents. Additionally, 477 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 296 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,386 | 743 | 643 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 256 | 131 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 477 | 261 | 216 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 296 | 143 | 153 |
| Literate Population | 622 | 386 | 236 |
| Illiterate Population | 764 | 357 | 407 |
Nearby Villages of Patan
Patan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Patan
Patan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bijawar to Patan is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Patan is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patan 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 Patan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patan 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 Patan
Where is Patan located?
Patan village is located in Bijawar Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patan?
Patan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Patan?
The pincode of Patan is 471405.
What is the population of Patan?
Patan has a total population of 1,386, including 743 males and 643 females.
How many households are there in Patan?
There are 279 households in Patan.
What is the literacy rate in Patan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patan is 44.88%. Male literacy is 51.95% and female literacy is 36.70%.