Pataniya - Harrai, Chhindwara
Pataniya is a village situated in the Harrai tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harrai and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Mehanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pataniya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pataniya is 494174. The village covers a total geographical area of 441.77 hectares and falls under the 480224 pincode. Harrai is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Pataniya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pataniya
According to the 2011 Census, Pataniya village had a total population of 388 people, including 202 males and 186 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.30%, with male literacy at 83.15% and female literacy at 58.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 97, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 291.
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 | 388 | 202 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 24 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 49 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 291 | 153 | 138 |
| Literate Population | 246 | 148 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 142 | 54 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Pataniya
Pataniya 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 Pataniya
Pataniya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Harrai to Pataniya is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Pataniya is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pataniya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pataniya 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pataniya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pataniya 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 Pataniya
Where is Pataniya located?
Pataniya village is located in Harrai Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pataniya?
The Gram Panchayat of Pataniya is Mehanda.
What is the pincode of Pataniya?
The pincode of Pataniya is 480224.
What is the population of Pataniya?
Pataniya had a total population of 388, including 202 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Pataniya?
Pataniya had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pataniya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pataniya was 71.30%. Male literacy was 83.15% and female literacy was 58.68%.