Patan - Alot, Ratlam
Patan is a village situated in the Alot tehsil of Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Alot and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Ratlam. Patan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patan is 470312. The village covers a total geographical area of 696.8 hectares and falls under the 457114 pincode. Alot is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Patan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Patan
As per Census 2011, Patan village has a total population of 2,894 people, consisting of 1,507 males and 1,387 females. The village has 552 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 404 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,454 literate and 1,440 illiterate residents. Additionally, 714 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,894 | 1,507 | 1,387 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 404 | 219 | 185 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 714 | 370 | 344 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,454 | 948 | 506 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,440 | 559 | 881 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dayalpura | South-West | 2.22 km |
| Napa Kheda | West | 2.77 km |
| Pratappura | North-East | 3.03 km |
| Kanthariya | South-West | 3.29 km |
| Nipaniya Rajguru | East | 3.30 km |
| Khamariya | North | 3.90 km |
| Dabdiya | South | 4.15 km |
| Jahanabad | North-West | 4.16 km |
| Badnawara | North | 4.29 km |
| Talod | South-East | 4.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Patan
Patan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Luni Richha, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Alot to Patan is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratlam to Patan is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Patan
Where is Patan located?
Patan village is located in Alot Tehsil, Ratlam 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 457114.
What is the population of Patan?
Patan has a total population of 2,894, including 1,507 males and 1,387 females.
How many households are there in Patan?
There are 552 households in Patan.
What is the literacy rate in Patan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patan is 50.24%. Male literacy is 62.91% and female literacy is 36.48%.