Patehara - Chitrangi, Singrauli
Patehara is a village situated in the Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrangi and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Agarhawa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patehara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patehara is 503452. The village covers a total geographical area of 158.52 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Morva is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Patehara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patehara
As per Census 2011, Patehara village has a total population of 346 people, consisting of 174 males and 172 females. The village has 70 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 187 literate and 159 illiterate residents. Additionally, 93 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 124 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patehara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 346 | 174 | 172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 29 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 45 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 124 | 67 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 187 | 118 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 56 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Patehara
Patehara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bagdewa | East | 1.49 km |
| Mahuriya | North-East | 1.87 km |
| Kushmahawa | South-West | 2.10 km |
| Ghoghara | North-West | 2.57 km |
| Pinjreha | South-East | 2.92 km |
| Naugai (kekrai) | North | 2.95 km |
| Amrapan | South-West | 3.62 km |
| Badgadi | North-East | 3.80 km |
| Durdura | South-East | 3.89 km |
| Agarhawa | North-West | 3.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Patehara
Public transport in the Patehara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khuldil Road, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Morva to Patehara is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Singrauli to Patehara is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patehara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patehara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Patehara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patehara 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 Patehara
Where is Patehara located?
Patehara village is located in Chitrangi Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patehara?
The Gram Panchayat of Patehara is Agarhawa.
What is the pincode of Patehara?
The pincode of Patehara is 486882.
What is the population of Patehara?
Patehara has a total population of 346, including 174 males and 172 females.
How many households are there in Patehara?
There are 70 households in Patehara.
What is the literacy rate in Patehara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patehara is 54.05%. Male literacy is 67.82% and female literacy is 40.12%.