Patra - Bijawar, Chhatarpur
Patra is a village situated in the Bijawar tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bijawar and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Patara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patra is 458399. The village covers a total geographical area of 499.46 hectares and falls under the 471405 pincode. Bijawar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Patra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Patra
According to the 2011 Census, Patra village had a total population of 950 people, including 519 males and 431 females, living in 192 households. The sex ratio was 830 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.86%, with male literacy at 68.61% and female literacy at 55.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 363.
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 | 950 | 519 | 431 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 73 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 363 | 192 | 171 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 501 | 306 | 195 |
| Illiterate Population | 449 | 213 | 236 |
Nearby Villages of Patra
Patra 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 Patra
Patra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Bijawar to Patra is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Patra is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patra 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 Patra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patra 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 Patra
Where is Patra located?
Patra village is located in Bijawar Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patra?
The Gram Panchayat of Patra is Patara.
What is the pincode of Patra?
The pincode of Patra is 471405.
What is the population of Patra?
Patra had a total population of 950, including 519 males and 431 females.
How many households are there in Patra?
Patra had 192 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patra was 62.86%. Male literacy was 68.61% and female literacy was 55.56%.