Patur - Morshi, Amravati
Patur is a village situated in the Morshi tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Morshi and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Patur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patur is 532332. The village covers a total geographical area of 203.78 hectares and falls under the 444905 pincode. Chandurbazar is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Patur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Teosa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amravati Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patur
According to the 2011 Census, Patur village had a total population of 311 people, including 158 males and 153 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.87%, with male literacy at 86.99% and female literacy at 78.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 112, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 311 | 158 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 112 | 56 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 237 | 127 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 31 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Patur
Patur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajura (lahan) | North-West | 1.72 km |
| Vichori | North-East | 2.05 km |
| Katsur | South-West | 2.22 km |
| Adgaon | South-East | 2.57 km |
| Vitthalpur | South | 2.65 km |
| Ajampur | North-East | 3.80 km |
| Isabpur | South | 3.84 km |
| Dabheri | North | 4.06 km |
| Nabipur | North | 4.50 km |
| Antora | South-West | 4.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Patur
Public transport in the Patur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kolvihir, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.0 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 Chandurbazar to Patur is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Patur is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Patur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Patur
Where is Patur located?
Patur village is located in Morshi Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patur?
Patur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Patur?
The pincode of Patur is 444905.
What is the population of Patur?
Patur had a total population of 311, including 158 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Patur?
Patur had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patur was 82.87%. Male literacy was 86.99% and female literacy was 78.57%.