Patihan - Puranpur, Pilibhit
Patihan is a village situated in the Puranpur tehsil of Pilibhit district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puranpur and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Pilibhit. Patihan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patihan is 132599. The village covers a total geographical area of 529.95 hectares and falls under the 262122 pincode. Puranpur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Patihan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Puranpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pilibhit Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patihan
As per Census 2011, Patihan village has a total population of 2,921 people, consisting of 1,521 males and 1,400 females. The village has 516 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 517 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,382 literate and 1,539 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,235 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patihan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,921 | 1,521 | 1,400 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 517 | 263 | 254 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,235 | 655 | 580 |
| Literate Population | 1,382 | 856 | 526 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,539 | 665 | 874 |
Nearby Villages of Patihan
Patihan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Navadia Durjanpur | South-East | 1.40 km |
| Khijarpur | South-West | 1.44 km |
| Khamaria Kalan | North-East | 1.77 km |
| Babrauwa | West | 1.91 km |
| Sakatpur T. Chandpur | South | 1.93 km |
| Garha Kalan | South | 1.94 km |
| Marha Khurd Kalan | South-West | 2.09 km |
| Garha Khurd | East | 2.42 km |
| Naugawan T. Chandpur | South-East | 2.53 km |
| Pipra Munjapta | North | 2.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Patihan
Patihan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sehramau, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Puranpur to Patihan is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pilibhit to Patihan is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patihan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patihan 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Patihan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patihan 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 Patihan
Where is Patihan located?
Patihan village is located in Puranpur Tehsil, Pilibhit district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patihan?
Patihan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Patihan?
The pincode of Patihan is 262122.
What is the population of Patihan?
Patihan has a total population of 2,921, including 1,521 males and 1,400 females.
How many households are there in Patihan?
There are 516 households in Patihan.
What is the literacy rate in Patihan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patihan is 47.31%. Male literacy is 56.28% and female literacy is 37.57%.