Patrewala - Abohar, Fazilka
Patrewala is a village situated in the Abohar tehsil of Fazilka district, Punjab. It is located approximately 30 km from Fazilka and around 95 km from Firozpur. Patrewala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patrewala is 035145. The village covers a total geographical area of 1529 hectares and falls under the 152123 pincode. Abohar is the nearest town.
Patrewala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Fazilka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Firozpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patrewala
According to the 2011 Census, Patrewala village had a total population of 4,139 people, including 2,135 males and 2,004 females, living in 815 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.85%, with male literacy at 75.70% and female literacy at 55.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,720.
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 | 4,139 | 2,135 | 2,004 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 485 | 267 | 218 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,720 | 1,404 | 1,316 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,406 | 1,414 | 992 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,733 | 721 | 1,012 |
Nearby Villages of Patrewala
Patrewala 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 Patrewala
Patrewala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Patrewala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Firozpur to Patrewala is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patrewala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patrewala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Patrewala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patrewala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Patrewala
Where is Patrewala located?
Patrewala village is located in Abohar Tehsil, Fazilka district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patrewala?
Patrewala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Patrewala?
The pincode of Patrewala is 152123.
What is the population of Patrewala?
Patrewala had a total population of 4,139, including 2,135 males and 2,004 females.
How many households are there in Patrewala?
Patrewala had 815 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patrewala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patrewala was 65.85%. Male literacy was 75.70% and female literacy was 55.54%.