Patpara - Bichhiya, Mandla
Patpara is a village situated in the Bichhiya tehsil of Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 73 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bichhiya and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Mandla. Mocha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patpara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patpara is 493228. The village covers a total geographical area of 170.64 hectares and falls under the 481995 pincode. Bamhani is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Patpara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Patpara
According to the 2011 Census, Patpara village had a total population of 198 people, including 100 males and 98 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.00%, with male literacy at 73.75% and female literacy at 36.25%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 192.
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 | 198 | 100 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 192 | 97 | 95 |
| Literate Population | 88 | 59 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 41 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Patpara
Patpara 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 Patpara
Patpara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bamhani to Patpara is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mandla to Patpara is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patpara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patpara 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 Patpara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patpara 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Patpara
Where is Patpara located?
Patpara village is located in Bichhiya Tehsil, Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Patpara?
The Gram Panchayat of Patpara is Mocha.
What is the pincode of Patpara?
The pincode of Patpara is 481995.
What is the population of Patpara?
Patpara had a total population of 198, including 100 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Patpara?
Patpara had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patpara was 55.00%. Male literacy was 73.75% and female literacy was 36.25%.