Patoda - Yevla, Nashik
Patoda is a village situated in the Yevla tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Yevla and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Patoda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patoda is 551422. The village covers a total geographical area of 2197.28 hectares and falls under the 423401 pincode. Yevla is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Patoda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yevla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patoda
As per Census 2011, Patoda village has a total population of 6,703 people, consisting of 3,404 males and 3,299 females. The village has 1,299 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 886 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,827 literate and 1,876 illiterate residents. Additionally, 501 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 923 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patoda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,703 | 3,404 | 3,299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 886 | 487 | 399 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 501 | 269 | 232 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 923 | 454 | 469 |
| Literate Population | 4,827 | 2,620 | 2,207 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,876 | 784 | 1,092 |
Nearby Villages of Patoda
Patoda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dahegaon Patoda | South-West | 1.94 km |
| Thangaon | North-East | 3.15 km |
| Satare | South | 3.70 km |
| Kanadi | North-East | 3.73 km |
| Pimpalgaon Lep | South | 3.86 km |
| Jaulke | South-West | 4.12 km |
| Pimpri | South-East | 4.14 km |
| Adgaon Repal | North | 4.17 km |
| Shirasgaon Lauki | West | 4.19 km |
| Lauki Shiras | West | 4.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Patoda
Patoda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ankai Kila, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Yevla to Patoda is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Patoda is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patoda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Patoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patoda 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Patoda
Where is Patoda located?
Patoda village is located in Yevla Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patoda?
Patoda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Patoda?
The pincode of Patoda is 423401.
What is the population of Patoda?
Patoda has a total population of 6,703, including 3,404 males and 3,299 females.
How many households are there in Patoda?
There are 1,299 households in Patoda.
What is the literacy rate in Patoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patoda is 72.01%. Male literacy is 76.97% and female literacy is 66.90%.