Patkhirana - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Patkhirana is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. Piprahar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patkhirana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patkhirana is 214175. The village covers a total geographical area of 415.74 hectares and falls under the 231208 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town.
Patkhirana 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 Patkhirana
As per Census 2011, Patkhirana village has a total population of 461 people, consisting of 229 males and 232 females. The village has 79 households and a sex ratio of 1,013 females per 1,000 males. There are 96 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 155 literate and 306 illiterate residents. Additionally, 283 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patkhirana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 461 | 229 | 232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 43 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 283 | 139 | 144 |
| Literate Population | 155 | 101 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 306 | 128 | 178 |
Nearby Villages of Patkhirana
Patkhirana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jalawa | South-West | 1.34 km |
| Jhapar | South-East | 2.01 km |
| Piparahara | South-West | 2.33 km |
| Shishawa | East | 3.14 km |
| Banamahari | North | 3.33 km |
| Maharikala | West | 3.92 km |
| Dharati Dandd | South | 3.92 km |
| Anjani | South-West | 4.62 km |
| Kota | North-West | 5.42 km |
| Nadhira | South-East | 5.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Patkhirana
Patkhirana is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Renukut, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 128.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Patkhirana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patkhirana 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 Patkhirana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patkhirana 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Patkhirana
Where is Patkhirana located?
Patkhirana village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patkhirana?
The Gram Panchayat of Patkhirana is Piprahar.
What is the pincode of Patkhirana?
The pincode of Patkhirana is 231208.
What is the population of Patkhirana?
Patkhirana has a total population of 461, including 229 males and 232 females.
How many households are there in Patkhirana?
There are 79 households in Patkhirana.
What is the literacy rate in Patkhirana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patkhirana is 33.62%. Male literacy is 44.10% and female literacy is 23.28%.