Patariha - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Patariha is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Patariha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patariha is 214275. The village covers a total geographical area of 287.68 hectares and falls under the 231208 pincode. Duddi is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Patariha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Duddhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Robertsganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patariha
As per Census 2011, Patariha village has a total population of 2,834 people, consisting of 1,519 males and 1,315 females. The village has 481 households and a sex ratio of 865 females per 1,000 males. There are 470 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,360 literate and 1,474 illiterate residents. Additionally, 25 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 977 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patariha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,834 | 1,519 | 1,315 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 470 | 243 | 227 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 18 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 977 | 509 | 468 |
| Literate Population | 1,360 | 900 | 460 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,474 | 619 | 855 |
Nearby Villages of Patariha
Patariha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Fulwar | North-East | 1.56 km |
| Dumara | North-West | 1.74 km |
| Fulawar | East | 1.96 km |
| Hirachak | South-West | 2.01 km |
| Polawa | South | 2.16 km |
| Dhuriya | South | 2.58 km |
| Pipar Dih | West | 2.58 km |
| Sui Chattan | East | 2.66 km |
| Koragi | North-West | 2.80 km |
| Chak Korgi | North-West | 2.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Patariha
Public transport in the Patariha is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Mahuariya, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 116.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Duddi to Patariha is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sonbhadra to Patariha is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patariha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patariha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Patariha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patariha 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Patariha
Where is Patariha located?
Patariha village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patariha?
Patariha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Patariha?
The pincode of Patariha is 231208.
What is the population of Patariha?
Patariha has a total population of 2,834, including 1,519 males and 1,315 females.
How many households are there in Patariha?
There are 481 households in Patariha.
What is the literacy rate in Patariha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patariha is 47.99%. Male literacy is 59.25% and female literacy is 34.98%.