Shah Patan - Naraini, Banda
Shah Patan is a village situated in the Naraini tehsil of Banda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naraini and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Banda. Shah Patan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shah Patan is 155390. The village covers a total geographical area of 443.72 hectares and falls under the 210129 pincode. Naraini is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Shah Patan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Naraini Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shah Patan
As per Census 2011, Shah Patan village has a total population of 1,872 people, consisting of 1,052 males and 820 females. The village has 385 households and a sex ratio of 779 females per 1,000 males. There are 332 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 901 literate and 971 illiterate residents. Additionally, 166 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shah Patan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,872 | 1,052 | 820 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 332 | 189 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 166 | 97 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 901 | 634 | 267 |
| Illiterate Population | 971 | 418 | 553 |
Nearby Villages of Shah Patan
Shah Patan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barkola Kalan | South-West | 1.94 km |
| Gudha Kalan | East | 2.78 km |
| Gopara | South | 3.24 km |
| Jamawara | North-West | 3.31 km |
| Ranjitpur | West | 3.62 km |
| Naseni | North | 3.97 km |
| Baryarpur | South-East | 4.11 km |
| Pukari | West | 4.50 km |
| Baruwa Syodha | North | 4.87 km |
| Baruwa Kalinjar | South-East | 4.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shah Patan
Shah Patan 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 Atarra, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Naraini to Shah Patan is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Banda to Shah Patan is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shah Patan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shah Patan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shah Patan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shah Patan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shah Patan
Where is Shah Patan located?
Shah Patan village is located in Naraini Tehsil, Banda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shah Patan?
Shah Patan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shah Patan?
The pincode of Shah Patan is 210129.
What is the population of Shah Patan?
Shah Patan has a total population of 1,872, including 1,052 males and 820 females.
How many households are there in Shah Patan?
There are 385 households in Shah Patan.
What is the literacy rate in Shah Patan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shah Patan is 48.13%. Male literacy is 60.27% and female literacy is 32.56%.