Patehra - Ghorawal, Sonbhadra
Patehra is a village situated in the Ghorawal tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghorawal and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Kadra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patehra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patehra is 213284. The village covers a total geographical area of 604.94 hectares and falls under the 231215 pincode. Ghorawal is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Patehra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Patehra
According to the 2011 Census, Patehra village had a total population of 17 people, including 9 males and 8 females, living in 3 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.47%, with male literacy at 77.78% and female literacy at 75.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 4 | 2 | 2 |
Nearby Villages of Patehra
Patehra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aluar | East | 1.99 km |
| Dugaulia | North | 3.15 km |
| Kurachha | South-West | 4.00 km |
| Chatarwar | South-West | 4.21 km |
| Judauri Pardhan | North-East | 4.27 km |
| Barganwa | South-East | 4.36 km |
| Kadara | West | 4.49 km |
| Baraganwa | North-East | 4.58 km |
| Ghoriya | South-West | 4.87 km |
| Jurauli Kolani | North-East | 5.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Patehra
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Patehra. The nearest railway station is Agori Khas, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghorawal to Patehra is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sonbhadra to Patehra is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patehra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patehra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Patehra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patehra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Patehra
Where is Patehra located?
Patehra village is located in Ghorawal Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Patehra?
The Gram Panchayat of Patehra is Kadra.
What is the pincode of Patehra?
The pincode of Patehra is 231215.
What is the population of Patehra?
Patehra had a total population of 17, including 9 males and 8 females.
How many households are there in Patehra?
Patehra had 3 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patehra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patehra was 76.47%. Male literacy was 77.78% and female literacy was 75.00%.