Patton - Bassi Pathana, Fatehgarh Sahib
Patton is a village situated in the Bassi Pathana tehsil of Fatehgarh Sahib district, Punjab. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bassi Pathana and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Fatehgarh Sahib. Patton village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patton is 032534. The village covers a total geographical area of 270 hectares and falls under the 140602 pincode. Rajpura is the nearest town.
Patton village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bassi pathana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Fatehgarh Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patton
As per Census 2011, Patton village has a total population of 744 people, consisting of 385 males and 359 females. The village has 137 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 553 literate and 191 illiterate residents. Additionally, 330 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patton are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 744 | 385 | 359 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 41 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 330 | 177 | 153 |
| Literate Population | 553 | 290 | 263 |
| Illiterate Population | 191 | 95 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Patton
Patton 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mehtabgarh | South-West | 1.67 km |
| Naraina | South | 1.69 km |
| Tajpura | West | 1.75 km |
| Pawala | North | 1.82 km |
| Bhua Kheri | West | 2.36 km |
| Bhagatpura | North-West | 2.61 km |
| Bhagrana | South-West | 3.14 km |
| Jhampur | West | 3.52 km |
| Dadu Majra | South | 3.81 km |
| Rasoolpur | North-West | 3.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Patton
Patton is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sarai Banjara, while the nearest airport is Chandigarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Fatehgarh Sahib to Patton is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patton
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patton 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Patton
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patton village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Patton
Where is Patton located?
Patton village is located in Bassi Pathana Tehsil, Fatehgarh Sahib district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patton?
Patton is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Patton?
The pincode of Patton is 140602.
What is the population of Patton?
Patton has a total population of 744, including 385 males and 359 females.
How many households are there in Patton?
There are 137 households in Patton.
What is the literacy rate in Patton?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patton is 74.33%. Male literacy is 75.32% and female literacy is 73.26%.