Pathrahta - Jaisinghnagar, Shahdol
Pathrahta is a village situated in the Jaisinghnagar tehsil of Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jaisinghnagar and around 106 km from the district headquarters in Shahdol. Patharahata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pathrahta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pathrahta is 501029. The village covers a total geographical area of 2207.91 hectares and falls under the 484774 pincode. Beohari is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Pathrahta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Beohari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pathrahta
As per Census 2011, Pathrahta village has a total population of 1,881 people, consisting of 938 males and 943 females. The village has 378 households and a sex ratio of 1,005 females per 1,000 males. There are 353 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 924 literate and 957 illiterate residents. Additionally, 80 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,211 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pathrahta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,881 | 938 | 943 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 353 | 168 | 185 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 38 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,211 | 586 | 625 |
| Literate Population | 924 | 539 | 385 |
| Illiterate Population | 957 | 399 | 558 |
Nearby Villages of Pathrahta
Pathrahta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhateni | North-East | 3.95 km |
| Chhatwa | West | 4.60 km |
| Basahi | South-East | 4.75 km |
| Dhaneda | South | 4.88 km |
| Ganjar | North | 5.08 km |
| Tikhawa | North-West | 5.88 km |
| Kothiya | East | 6.07 km |
| Uphari | South-East | 6.43 km |
| Davraunha | North-West | 6.97 km |
| Jamodi | North-East | 7.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pathrahta
Public transport in the Pathrahta is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chhataini, while the nearest airport is Satna Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.7 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Beohari to Pathrahta is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shahdol to Pathrahta is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pathrahta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pathrahta 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 Pathrahta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pathrahta 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 Pathrahta
Where is Pathrahta located?
Pathrahta village is located in Jaisinghnagar Tehsil, Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pathrahta?
The Gram Panchayat of Pathrahta is Patharahata.
What is the pincode of Pathrahta?
The pincode of Pathrahta is 484774.
What is the population of Pathrahta?
Pathrahta has a total population of 1,881, including 938 males and 943 females.
How many households are there in Pathrahta?
There are 378 households in Pathrahta.
What is the literacy rate in Pathrahta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pathrahta is 49.12%. Male literacy is 57.46% and female literacy is 40.83%.