Patkholi - Saidpur, Ghazipur
Patkholi is a village situated in the Saidpur tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saidpur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Echwal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patkholi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patkholi is 204254. The village covers a total geographical area of 9.27 hectares and falls under the 233223 pincode. Ghazipur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Patkholi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saidpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghazipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patkholi
As per Census 2011, Patkholi village has a total population of 168 people, consisting of 79 males and 89 females. The village has 39 households and a sex ratio of 1,126 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 85 literate and 83 illiterate residents. Additionally, 144 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patkholi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 168 | 79 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 16 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 144 | 69 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 85 | 48 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 31 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Patkholi
Patkholi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Echwal | North-West | 0.58 km |
| Babhnoli Khurd | South | 0.63 km |
| Babhnoli Kala | East | 0.69 km |
| Alimapur | South-West | 0.78 km |
| Hardattapur | North-West | 1.10 km |
| Narhar Chak | South | 1.11 km |
| Araji Yusufpur | South-East | 1.23 km |
| Dewachandpur | North-West | 1.49 km |
| Dhamawal | North-West | 1.53 km |
| Fardiha | North | 1.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Patkholi
Patkholi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Faridaha Halt, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.0 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghazipur to Patkholi is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ghazipur to Patkholi is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patkholi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patkholi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Patkholi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patkholi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Patkholi
Where is Patkholi located?
Patkholi village is located in Saidpur Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patkholi?
The Gram Panchayat of Patkholi is Echwal.
What is the pincode of Patkholi?
The pincode of Patkholi is 233223.
What is the population of Patkholi?
Patkholi has a total population of 168, including 79 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Patkholi?
There are 39 households in Patkholi.
What is the literacy rate in Patkholi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patkholi is 50.60%. Male literacy is 60.76% and female literacy is 41.57%.