Patan - Ghughari, Mandla
Patan is a village situated in the Ghughari tehsil of Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghughari and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Mandla. Patan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patan is 493141. The village covers a total geographical area of 985.58 hectares and falls under the 481664 pincode. Mandla is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Patan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bichhiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patan
As per Census 2011, Patan village has a total population of 1,866 people, consisting of 899 males and 967 females. The village has 440 households and a sex ratio of 1,075 females per 1,000 males. There are 350 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 853 literate and 1,013 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,344 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,866 | 899 | 967 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 350 | 164 | 186 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,344 | 636 | 708 |
| Literate Population | 853 | 501 | 352 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,013 | 398 | 615 |
Nearby Villages of Patan
Patan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bijaura | South | 2.21 km |
| Dhenko | East | 2.24 km |
| Barwani | North | 2.87 km |
| Lato | South-West | 3.16 km |
| Mahli | South-East | 3.75 km |
| Madanpur | East | 3.91 km |
| Sendwara | East | 4.10 km |
| Ilahi (elahi) | South | 4.27 km |
| Kaknu | North-West | 4.34 km |
| Ganwahi Alias Dhanwahi | North-East | 4.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Patan
Public transport in the Patan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mandla Fort, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mandla to Patan is about 58 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 Patan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patan 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Patan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patan 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Patan
Where is Patan located?
Patan village is located in Ghughari Tehsil, Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patan?
Patan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Patan?
The pincode of Patan is 481664.
What is the population of Patan?
Patan has a total population of 1,866, including 899 males and 967 females.
How many households are there in Patan?
There are 440 households in Patan.
What is the literacy rate in Patan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patan is 45.71%. Male literacy is 55.73% and female literacy is 36.40%.