Patalgarh - Karahal, Sheopur
Patalgarh is a village situated in the Karahal tehsil of Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karahal and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Sheopur. Hirapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patalgarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patalgarh is 451830. The village covers a total geographical area of 8400 hectares and falls under the 476355 pincode. Sheopur is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Patalgarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Patalgarh
As per Census 2011, Patalgarh village has a total population of 933 people, consisting of 486 males and 447 females. The village has 177 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 206 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 235 literate and 698 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 664 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patalgarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 933 | 486 | 447 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 206 | 98 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 22 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 664 | 335 | 329 |
| Literate Population | 235 | 151 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 698 | 335 | 363 |
Nearby Villages of Patalgarh
Patalgarh is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Patalgarh
Patalgarh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Patalgarh has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sheopur to Patalgarh is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patalgarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patalgarh 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 Patalgarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patalgarh 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 Patalgarh
Where is Patalgarh located?
Patalgarh village is located in Karahal Tehsil, Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patalgarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Patalgarh is Hirapur.
What is the pincode of Patalgarh?
The pincode of Patalgarh is 476355.
What is the population of Patalgarh?
Patalgarh has a total population of 933, including 486 males and 447 females.
How many households are there in Patalgarh?
There are 177 households in Patalgarh.
What is the literacy rate in Patalgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patalgarh is 25.19%. Male literacy is 31.07% and female literacy is 18.79%.