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.
For political representation, the village falls under the Salmanpara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patijora
According to the 2011 Census, Patijora village had a total population of 258 people, including 129 males and 129 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.83%, with male literacy at 82.91% and female literacy at 56.52%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 257.
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 | 258 | 129 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 258, including 129 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Patijora?
Patijora had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patijora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patijora was 69.83%. Male literacy was 82.91% and female literacy was 56.52%.