Patane - Malegaon, Nashik
Patane is a village situated in the Malegaon tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malegaon and around 114 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Patane village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patane is 550235. The village covers a total geographical area of 1421 hectares and falls under the 423201 pincode. Malegaon is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Patane village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malegaon outer Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhule Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patane
As per Census 2011, Patane village has a total population of 6,109 people, consisting of 3,108 males and 3,001 females. The village has 1,331 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 811 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,353 literate and 1,756 illiterate residents. Additionally, 129 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,042 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patane are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,109 | 3,108 | 3,001 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 811 | 433 | 378 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 57 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,042 | 514 | 528 |
| Literate Population | 4,353 | 2,396 | 1,957 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,756 | 712 | 1,044 |
Nearby Villages of Patane
Patane 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tehare | East | 2.91 km |
| Mungase | South | 3.06 km |
| Dabhadi | North | 4.00 km |
| Kaulane (n) | South-East | 4.77 km |
| Vake | South-West | 4.97 km |
| Aghar Kh | West | 5.06 km |
| Chandanpuri | East | 5.79 km |
| Aghar Bk | West | 6.36 km |
| Nandgaon Kh. | South-West | 6.58 km |
| Sonaj | South | 7.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Patane
Patane is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Panevadi, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Malegaon to Patane is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Patane is about 114 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patane
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patane village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Patane
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patane village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Patane
Where is Patane located?
Patane village is located in Malegaon Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patane?
Patane is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Patane?
The pincode of Patane is 423201.
What is the population of Patane?
Patane has a total population of 6,109, including 3,108 males and 3,001 females.
How many households are there in Patane?
There are 1,331 households in Patane.
What is the literacy rate in Patane?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patane is 71.26%. Male literacy is 77.09% and female literacy is 65.21%.