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
According to the 2011 Census, Patkhirana village had a total population of 461 people, including 229 males and 232 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 1,013 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.47%, with male literacy at 54.30% and female literacy at 30.17%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 283.
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 | 461 | 229 | 232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 43 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 461, including 229 males and 232 females.
How many households are there in Patkhirana?
Patkhirana had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patkhirana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patkhirana was 42.47%. Male literacy was 54.30% and female literacy was 30.17%.