Patan - Ghansaur, Seoni
Patan is a village situated in the Ghansaur tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansaur and around 145 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Patan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patan is 496245. The village covers a total geographical area of 162.77 hectares and falls under the 480997 pincode. Jabalpur is the nearest town, located about 10 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 Lakhnadon 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 611 people, consisting of 301 males and 310 females. The village has 164 households and a sex ratio of 1,029 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 367 literate and 244 illiterate residents. Additionally, 34 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 484 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 611 | 301 | 310 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 31 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 484 | 238 | 246 |
| Literate Population | 367 | 213 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 244 | 88 | 156 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dawajhir | South | 2.53 km |
| Bamhani | South-West | 2.78 km |
| Phulehra | West | 3.77 km |
| Singarpur | West | 3.90 km |
| Kukri | West | 4.46 km |
| Gota | West | 4.82 km |
| Jamunpani | North-West | 5.30 km |
| Kedarpur | West | 5.61 km |
| Kusmi | West | 5.78 km |
| Sudamapur | West | 5.91 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 Mandla Fort, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Jabalpur to Patan is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Patan is about 145 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 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 5-10 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Patan
Where is Patan located?
Patan village is located in Ghansaur Tehsil, Seoni 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 480997.
What is the population of Patan?
Patan has a total population of 611, including 301 males and 310 females.
How many households are there in Patan?
There are 164 households in Patan.
What is the literacy rate in Patan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patan is 60.07%. Male literacy is 70.76% and female literacy is 49.68%.