Patharwala Bk. - Ambad, Jalna
Patharwala Bk. is a village situated in the Ambad tehsil of Jalna district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 41 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ambad and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Jalna. Patharwala Bk. village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patharwala Bk. is 547890. The village covers a total geographical area of 1311 hectares and falls under the 431212 pincode. Georai is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Patharwala Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghansawangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Parbhani Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patharwala Bk.
As per Census 2011, Patharwala Bk. village has a total population of 3,357 people, consisting of 1,733 males and 1,624 females. The village has 631 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 455 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,973 literate and 1,384 illiterate residents. Additionally, 604 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 76 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patharwala Bk. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,357 | 1,733 | 1,624 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 455 | 249 | 206 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 604 | 312 | 292 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 76 | 41 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 1,973 | 1,212 | 761 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,384 | 521 | 863 |
Nearby Villages of Patharwala Bk.
Patharwala Bk. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kuran | South | 2.07 km |
| Walkeshwar | South-West | 2.89 km |
| Hingangaon | East | 3.41 km |
| Sangam Jalgaon | South-East | 3.41 km |
| Shahagad | West | 3.78 km |
| Agar Nandur | South | 4.26 km |
| Nagzari | South | 4.66 km |
| Mahakala | West | 4.91 km |
| Gondi Kh. | East | 5.26 km |
| Wadigodri | North | 5.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Patharwala Bk.
Patharwala Bk. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kodi, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.4 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 Georai to Patharwala Bk. is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalna to Patharwala Bk. is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patharwala Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patharwala Bk. 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Patharwala Bk.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patharwala Bk. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Patharwala Bk.
Where is Patharwala Bk. located?
Patharwala Bk. village is located in Ambad Tehsil, Jalna district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patharwala Bk.?
Patharwala Bk. is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Patharwala Bk.?
The pincode of Patharwala Bk. is 431212.
What is the population of Patharwala Bk.?
Patharwala Bk. has a total population of 3,357, including 1,733 males and 1,624 females.
How many households are there in Patharwala Bk.?
There are 631 households in Patharwala Bk..
What is the literacy rate in Patharwala Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patharwala Bk. is 58.77%. Male literacy is 69.94% and female literacy is 46.86%.