Shatrana - Patran, Patiala
Shatrana is a village situated in the Patran tehsil of Patiala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patran and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Patiala. Dera Bohar Wala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shatrana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shatrana is 036258. The village covers a total geographical area of 2937 hectares and falls under the 147105 pincode. Patran is the nearest town.
Shatrana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shutrana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patiala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shatrana
As per Census 2011, Shatrana village has a total population of 12,768 people, consisting of 6,744 males and 6,024 females. The village has 2,552 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,676 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,341 literate and 6,427 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6,155 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shatrana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,768 | 6,744 | 6,024 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,676 | 968 | 708 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6,155 | 3,256 | 2,899 |
| Literate Population | 6,341 | 3,686 | 2,655 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,427 | 3,058 | 3,369 |
Nearby Villages of Shatrana
Shatrana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Naiwala | South | 3.36 km |
| Rasauli | East | 3.43 km |
| Gobindpura Alias Paind | South-West | 3.62 km |
| Jaikhar | North | 4.11 km |
| Matauli | South | 5.08 km |
| Karimpur Alias Chiharwala | East | 5.41 km |
| Jogewala | South | 5.55 km |
| Khaspur | North-West | 5.99 km |
| Kishanpur Alias Banwala | North-West | 6.02 km |
| Gufurpura Alias Maulviwala | West | 6.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shatrana
Shatrana is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sajuma, while the nearest airport is Patiala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Patiala to Shatrana 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 Shatrana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shatrana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Shatrana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shatrana 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shatrana
Where is Shatrana located?
Shatrana village is located in Patran Tehsil, Patiala district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shatrana?
The Gram Panchayat of Shatrana is Dera Bohar Wala.
What is the pincode of Shatrana?
The pincode of Shatrana is 147105.
What is the population of Shatrana?
Shatrana has a total population of 12,768, including 6,744 males and 6,024 females.
How many households are there in Shatrana?
There are 2,552 households in Shatrana.
What is the literacy rate in Shatrana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shatrana is 49.66%. Male literacy is 54.66% and female literacy is 44.07%.