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
As per Census 2011, Patajan village has a total population of 2,797 people, consisting of 1,350 males and 1,447 females. The village has 486 households and a sex ratio of 1,071 females per 1,000 males. There are 448 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,425 literate and 1,372 illiterate residents. Additionally, 121 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,733 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patajan are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 2,797, including 1,350 males and 1,447 females.
How many households are there in Patajan?
There are 486 households in Patajan.
What is the literacy rate in Patajan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patajan is 50.95%. Male literacy is 58.30% and female literacy is 44.09%.