Patonda - Amalner, Jalgaon
Patonda is a village situated in the Amalner tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amalner and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Patonda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patonda is 527445. The village covers a total geographical area of 996 hectares and falls under the 425401 pincode. Amalner is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Patonda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Amalner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patonda
As per Census 2011, Patonda village has a total population of 5,189 people, consisting of 2,610 males and 2,579 females. The village has 1,226 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 552 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,701 literate and 1,488 illiterate residents. Additionally, 669 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 343 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patonda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,189 | 2,610 | 2,579 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 552 | 294 | 258 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 669 | 357 | 312 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 343 | 164 | 179 |
| Literate Population | 3,701 | 2,056 | 1,645 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,488 | 554 | 934 |
Nearby Villages of Patonda
Patonda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nandri | South-West | 1.86 km |
| Dapuri Kh. | South-East | 2.24 km |
| Mungase | North-East | 2.84 km |
| Dapori Bk. | North | 3.13 km |
| Rundhati | North | 3.61 km |
| Mathagavhan | North | 3.64 km |
| Khaushi Bk. | West | 3.70 km |
| Sonkhedi | South-East | 3.89 km |
| Savkheda | North-East | 4.09 km |
| Dahiwad Bk | South | 4.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Patonda
Patonda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Takarkhede, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amalner to Patonda is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Patonda is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patonda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patonda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Patonda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patonda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Patonda
Where is Patonda located?
Patonda village is located in Amalner Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patonda?
Patonda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Patonda?
The pincode of Patonda is 425401.
What is the population of Patonda?
Patonda has a total population of 5,189, including 2,610 males and 2,579 females.
How many households are there in Patonda?
There are 1,226 households in Patonda.
What is the literacy rate in Patonda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patonda is 71.32%. Male literacy is 78.77% and female literacy is 63.78%.