Patharkucha Mal. - Bajag, Dindori
Patharkucha Mal. is a village situated in the Bajag tehsil of Dindori district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 33 km from Dindori and around 45 km from Dindori. Patharkucha Ryt serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patharkucha Mal. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patharkucha Mal. is 492295. The village covers a total geographical area of 429.71 hectares and falls under the 481882 pincode. Dindori is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Patharkucha Mal. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Patharkucha Mal.
As per Census 2011, Patharkucha Mal. village has a total population of 680 people, consisting of 334 males and 346 females. The village has 147 households and a sex ratio of 1,035 females per 1,000 males. There are 117 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 383 literate and 297 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 467 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patharkucha Mal. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 680 | 334 | 346 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 58 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 467 | 231 | 236 |
| Literate Population | 383 | 235 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 297 | 99 | 198 |
Nearby Villages of Patharkucha Mal.
Patharkucha Mal. 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 Patharkucha Mal.
Patharkucha Mal. 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 >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 Dindori to Patharkucha Mal. is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patharkucha Mal.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patharkucha Mal. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Patharkucha Mal.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patharkucha Mal. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Patharkucha Mal.
Where is Patharkucha Mal. located?
Patharkucha Mal. village is located in Bajag Tehsil, Dindori district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patharkucha Mal.?
The Gram Panchayat of Patharkucha Mal. is Patharkucha Ryt.
What is the pincode of Patharkucha Mal.?
The pincode of Patharkucha Mal. is 481882.
What is the population of Patharkucha Mal.?
Patharkucha Mal. has a total population of 680, including 334 males and 346 females.
How many households are there in Patharkucha Mal.?
There are 147 households in Patharkucha Mal..
What is the literacy rate in Patharkucha Mal.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patharkucha Mal. is 56.32%. Male literacy is 70.36% and female literacy is 42.77%.