Patkania - Zamania, Ghazipur
Patkania is a village situated in the Zamania tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Zamania and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Patkania village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patkania is 206624. The village covers a total geographical area of 349.09 hectares and falls under the 232332 pincode.
Patkania village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohammadabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patkania
According to the 2011 Census, Patkania village had a total population of 5,575 people, including 2,944 males and 2,631 females, living in 847 households. The sex ratio was 894 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.91%, with male literacy at 87.78% and female literacy at 62.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 534, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,575 | 2,944 | 2,631 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 792 | 431 | 361 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 534 | 318 | 216 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,631 | 2,206 | 1,425 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,944 | 738 | 1,206 |
Nearby Villages of Patkania
Patkania 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gang Barar Dawami Patkani | North-East | 0.91 km |
| Gaura | South | 1.40 km |
| Kalyanpur | East | 2.13 km |
| Juvraj Pur | West | 2.20 km |
| Budadeeh | South-West | 2.42 km |
| Gang Barar Madid Patkanian | North-East | 2.43 km |
| Pakari | South-East | 2.58 km |
| Gangbarar Juvrajpur | North-West | 2.88 km |
| Gopalpur | South-East | 3.10 km |
| Derhgawan | South | 3.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Patkania
Patkania is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Shahbaz Kuli, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.9 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 Ghazipur to Patkania is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patkania
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patkania village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Patkania
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patkania village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Patkania
Where is Patkania located?
Patkania village is located in Zamania Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Patkania?
Patkania is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Patkania?
The pincode of Patkania is 232332.
What is the population of Patkania?
Patkania had a total population of 5,575, including 2,944 males and 2,631 females.
How many households are there in Patkania?
Patkania had 847 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patkania?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patkania was 75.91%. Male literacy was 87.78% and female literacy was 62.78%.