Patehara - Robertsganj, Sonbhadra
Patehara is a village situated in the Robertsganj tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Robertsganj and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Patehara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patehara is 213349. The village covers a total geographical area of 159.42 hectares and falls under the 231216 pincode. Raiganj is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Patehara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghorawal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Robertsganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patehara
As per Census 2011, Patehara village has a total population of 714 people, consisting of 378 males and 336 females. The village has 102 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 96 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 499 literate and 215 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 30 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patehara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 714 | 378 | 336 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 60 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 499 | 287 | 212 |
| Illiterate Population | 215 | 91 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Patehara
Patehara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tulsipur | East | 0.99 km |
| Jawahi | North | 1.16 km |
| Barimahewa | South | 1.42 km |
| Pagia | West | 1.57 km |
| Patela | East | 1.71 km |
| Bharuha | North-East | 2.11 km |
| Rajkhar | South | 2.15 km |
| Khairawa No 2 | South-East | 2.40 km |
| Aelahi | East | 2.42 km |
| Dilahi | North | 2.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Patehara
Patehara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Khairahi, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raiganj to Patehara is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sonbhadra to Patehara is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patehara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patehara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Patehara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patehara 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 Patehara
Where is Patehara located?
Patehara village is located in Robertsganj Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patehara?
Patehara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Patehara?
The pincode of Patehara is 231216.
What is the population of Patehara?
Patehara has a total population of 714, including 378 males and 336 females.
How many households are there in Patehara?
There are 102 households in Patehara.
What is the literacy rate in Patehara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patehara is 69.89%. Male literacy is 75.93% and female literacy is 63.10%.