Patbara - Akkalkuwa, Nandurbar
Patbara is a village situated in the Akkalkuwa tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akkalkuwa and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Jamana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patbara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patbara is 525063. The village covers a total geographical area of 293.58 hectares and falls under the 425415 pincode. Talode is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Patbara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akkalkuwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patbara
According to the 2011 Census, Patbara village had a total population of 930 people, including 471 males and 459 females, living in 171 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.37%, with male literacy at 64.49% and female literacy at 48.15%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 922.
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 | 930 | 471 | 459 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 88 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 922 | 469 | 453 |
| Literate Population | 429 | 247 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 501 | 224 | 277 |
Nearby Villages of Patbara
Patbara 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 Patbara
Patbara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Talode to Patbara is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Patbara is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patbara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patbara 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 Patbara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patbara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Patbara
Where is Patbara located?
Patbara village is located in Akkalkuwa Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patbara?
The Gram Panchayat of Patbara is Jamana.
What is the pincode of Patbara?
The pincode of Patbara is 425415.
What is the population of Patbara?
Patbara had a total population of 930, including 471 males and 459 females.
How many households are there in Patbara?
Patbara had 171 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patbara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patbara was 56.37%. Male literacy was 64.49% and female literacy was 48.15%.