Patal - Kanda, Bageshwar
Patal is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Silangar. serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patal is 050690. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.47 hectares and falls under the 263640 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Patal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patal
According to the 2011 Census, Patal village had a total population of 116 people, including 59 males and 57 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.59%, with male literacy at 89.13% and female literacy at 71.15%.
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 | 116 | 59 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 13 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 78 | 41 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 18 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Patal
Patal is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Patal
Patal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Patal is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Patal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Patal
Where is Patal located?
Patal village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Patal?
The Gram Panchayat of Patal is Silangar..
What is the pincode of Patal?
The pincode of Patal is 263640.
What is the population of Patal?
Patal had a total population of 116, including 59 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Patal?
Patal had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patal was 79.59%. Male literacy was 89.13% and female literacy was 71.15%.