Patar - Mohammadabad, Ghazipur
Patar is a village situated in the Mohammadabad tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohammadabad and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Patar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patar is 205679. The village covers a total geographical area of 361.46 hectares and falls under the 233228 pincode. Ghazipur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Patar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Zahoorabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patar
As per Census 2011, Patar village has a total population of 4,137 people, consisting of 2,163 males and 1,974 females. The village has 631 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 628 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,435 literate and 1,702 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,039 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,137 | 2,163 | 1,974 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 628 | 343 | 285 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,039 | 560 | 479 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,435 | 1,463 | 972 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,702 | 700 | 1,002 |
Nearby Villages of Patar
Patar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pawpatti Doyam | West | 0.89 km |
| Pawpatti Soem | South-West | 1.16 km |
| Barauli Kalan Awal | West | 1.19 km |
| Bibipur Chak Baluwa | West | 1.25 km |
| Bibipur Chaktal | South-West | 1.42 km |
| Bishambharpur Awal | South-West | 1.46 km |
| Tajpur | North-East | 1.53 km |
| Bibipur Chak Jaguwa | West | 1.60 km |
| Bishambharpur Soem | North-West | 1.77 km |
| Bharauli Kalan Doyam | West | 1.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Patar
Patar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tajpur Dehma, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghazipur to Patar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ghazipur to Patar 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 Patar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patar 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Patar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Patar
Where is Patar located?
Patar village is located in Mohammadabad Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patar?
Patar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Patar?
The pincode of Patar is 233228.
What is the population of Patar?
Patar has a total population of 4,137, including 2,163 males and 1,974 females.
How many households are there in Patar?
There are 631 households in Patar.
What is the literacy rate in Patar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patar is 58.86%. Male literacy is 67.64% and female literacy is 49.24%.