Patharia Jegan - Khurai, Sagar
Patharia Jegan is a village situated in the Khurai tehsil of Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khurai and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Sagar. Pathariya Jegan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patharia Jegan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patharia Jegan is 459780. The village covers a total geographical area of 912.7 hectares and falls under the 470118 pincode. Khurai is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Patharia Jegan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Patharia Jegan
As per Census 2011, Patharia Jegan village has a total population of 2,471 people, consisting of 1,306 males and 1,165 females. The village has 554 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 385 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,630 literate and 841 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,134 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 128 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patharia Jegan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,471 | 1,306 | 1,165 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 385 | 202 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,134 | 591 | 543 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 128 | 66 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 1,630 | 981 | 649 |
| Illiterate Population | 841 | 325 | 516 |
Nearby Villages of Patharia Jegan
Patharia Jegan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Budhi Pathariya | East | 1.79 km |
| Biranbodha | South | 2.00 km |
| Karampur | North | 2.01 km |
| Bhugaoli | South-East | 2.44 km |
| Patharia Bodha | South-West | 2.50 km |
| Sadarpur | North-West | 2.75 km |
| Halau | East | 2.96 km |
| Madna Sultan | South-East | 3.10 km |
| Muhansa | North-East | 3.15 km |
| Jagrai Khurd | West | 3.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Patharia Jegan
Patharia Jegan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Baghora, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 115.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khurai to Patharia Jegan is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sagar to Patharia Jegan is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patharia Jegan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patharia Jegan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Patharia Jegan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patharia Jegan 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Patharia Jegan
Where is Patharia Jegan located?
Patharia Jegan village is located in Khurai Tehsil, Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patharia Jegan?
The Gram Panchayat of Patharia Jegan is Pathariya Jegan.
What is the pincode of Patharia Jegan?
The pincode of Patharia Jegan is 470118.
What is the population of Patharia Jegan?
Patharia Jegan has a total population of 2,471, including 1,306 males and 1,165 females.
How many households are there in Patharia Jegan?
There are 554 households in Patharia Jegan.
What is the literacy rate in Patharia Jegan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patharia Jegan is 65.97%. Male literacy is 75.11% and female literacy is 55.71%.