Patgaon - Devgad, Sindhudurg
Patgaon is a village situated in the Devgad tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devgad and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Patgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patgaon is 566269. The village covers a total geographical area of 955.89 hectares and falls under the 416811 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Patgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kankavli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patgaon
As per Census 2011, Patgaon village has a total population of 942 people, consisting of 459 males and 483 females. The village has 205 households and a sex ratio of 1,052 females per 1,000 males. There are 106 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 674 literate and 268 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 942 | 459 | 483 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 62 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 9 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 674 | 355 | 319 |
| Illiterate Population | 268 | 104 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Patgaon
Patgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Somlewadi | South | 2.56 km |
| Pendhari | South-West | 2.95 km |
| Goval | South-East | 2.98 km |
| Pombhurle | North-East | 3.11 km |
| Manche | North-West | 3.23 km |
| Malpewadi | North | 3.43 km |
| Palekarwadi | North-West | 4.49 km |
| Vitthaladevi | East | 5.17 km |
| Phanasgaon | East | 5.69 km |
| Mahalunge | South | 5.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Patgaon
Patgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vaibhavwadi Rd, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.9 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 Rajapur to Patgaon is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Patgaon is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Patgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Patgaon
Where is Patgaon located?
Patgaon village is located in Devgad Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patgaon?
Patgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Patgaon?
The pincode of Patgaon is 416811.
What is the population of Patgaon?
Patgaon has a total population of 942, including 459 males and 483 females.
How many households are there in Patgaon?
There are 205 households in Patgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Patgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patgaon is 71.55%. Male literacy is 77.34% and female literacy is 66.05%.