Paton Ka Bara - Samdari, Balotra
Paton Ka Bara is a village situated in the Samdari tehsil of Balotra district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 45 km from Siwana and around 163 km from Barmer. Khejariyali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paton Ka Bara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paton Ka Bara is 087562. The village covers a total geographical area of 1929.69 hectares and falls under the 344021 pincode. Balotra is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Paton Ka Bara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Paton Ka Bara
As per Census 2011, Paton Ka Bara village has a total population of 1,552 people, consisting of 826 males and 726 females. The village has 257 households and a sex ratio of 878 females per 1,000 males. There are 244 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 875 literate and 677 illiterate residents. Additionally, 108 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 280 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paton Ka Bara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,552 | 826 | 726 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 244 | 121 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 51 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 280 | 145 | 135 |
| Literate Population | 875 | 569 | 306 |
| Illiterate Population | 677 | 257 | 420 |
Nearby Villages of Paton Ka Bara
Paton Ka Bara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahesh Nagar | East | 1.61 km |
| Kharantiya | South | 4.43 km |
| Chirdiya | North-East | 4.51 km |
| Godon Ka Bara | East | 5.18 km |
| Charanon Ka Bara | South-West | 5.37 km |
| Math Kharantiya | South-East | 5.99 km |
| Bhalaron Ka Bara | West | 6.14 km |
| Tejsingh Ki Dhani | North-West | 6.55 km |
| Dadasar | North | 7.34 km |
| Girad Ka Dhana | North | 7.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Paton Ka Bara
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Paton Ka Bara. The nearest railway station is Ajit, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.9 km.
| 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 Balotra to Paton Ka Bara is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barmer to Paton Ka Bara is about 163 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paton Ka Bara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paton Ka Bara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Paton Ka Bara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paton Ka Bara 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 Paton Ka Bara
Where is Paton Ka Bara located?
Paton Ka Bara village is located in Samdari Tehsil, Balotra district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paton Ka Bara?
The Gram Panchayat of Paton Ka Bara is Khejariyali.
What is the pincode of Paton Ka Bara?
The pincode of Paton Ka Bara is 344021.
What is the population of Paton Ka Bara?
Paton Ka Bara has a total population of 1,552, including 826 males and 726 females.
How many households are there in Paton Ka Bara?
There are 257 households in Paton Ka Bara.
What is the literacy rate in Paton Ka Bara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paton Ka Bara is 56.38%. Male literacy is 68.89% and female literacy is 42.15%.