Patajan - Khalwa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Patajan is a village situated in the Khalwa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khalwa and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Patajan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patajan is 505572. The village covers a total geographical area of 905.02 hectares and falls under the 450001 pincode. Khandwa is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Patajan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harsud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patajan
According to the 2011 Census, Patajan village had a total population of 2,797 people, including 1,350 males and 1,447 females, living in 486 households. The sex ratio was 1,072 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.66%, with male literacy at 71.35% and female literacy at 51.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 121, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,733.
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 | 2,797 | 1,350 | 1,447 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 448 | 247 | 201 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 121 | 53 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,733 | 824 | 909 |
| Literate Population | 1,425 | 787 | 638 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,372 | 563 | 809 |
Nearby Villages of Patajan
Patajan 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 Patajan
Patajan 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 Khandwa to Patajan is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patajan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patajan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Patajan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patajan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Patajan
Where is Patajan located?
Patajan village is located in Khalwa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patajan?
Patajan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Patajan?
The pincode of Patajan is 450001.
What is the population of Patajan?
Patajan had a total population of 2,797, including 1,350 males and 1,447 females.
How many households are there in Patajan?
Patajan had 486 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patajan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patajan was 60.66%. Male literacy was 71.35% and female literacy was 51.20%.