Patijora - Zikzak, South West Garo Hills
Patijora is a village situated in the Zikzak subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 3 km from Zikzak and around 68 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patijora is 273960. The village falls under the 794001 pincode.
Patijora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Salmanpara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patijora
As per Census 2011, Patijora village has a total population of 258 people, consisting of 129 males and 129 females. The village has 55 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 162 literate and 96 illiterate residents. Additionally, 257 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patijora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 258 | 129 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 257 | 129 | 128 |
| Literate Population | 162 | 97 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 32 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Patijora
Patijora 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 Patijora
Public transport in the Patijora is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Patijora is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patijora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patijora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Patijora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patijora 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 Patijora
Where is Patijora located?
Patijora village is located in Zikzak Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Patijora?
The pincode of Patijora is 794001.
What is the population of Patijora?
Patijora has a total population of 258, including 129 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Patijora?
There are 55 households in Patijora.
What is the literacy rate in Patijora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patijora is 62.79%. Male literacy is 75.19% and female literacy is 50.39%.