Patrani - Okhalkanda, Nainital
Patrani is a village situated in the Okhalkanda tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 100 km from Dhari and around 85 km from Nainital. Patrani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patrani is 055055. The village covers a total geographical area of 170.85 hectares and falls under the 263126 pincode. Haldwani is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Patrani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nainital Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patrani
As per Census 2011, Patrani village has a total population of 799 people, consisting of 425 males and 374 females. The village has 112 households and a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males. There are 160 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 497 literate and 302 illiterate residents. Additionally, 522 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patrani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 799 | 425 | 374 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 84 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 522 | 280 | 242 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 497 | 296 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 302 | 129 | 173 |
Nearby Villages of Patrani
Patrani 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 Patrani
Patrani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Haldwani to Patrani is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Patrani is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patrani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patrani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Patrani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patrani 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 Patrani
Where is Patrani located?
Patrani village is located in Okhalkanda Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patrani?
Patrani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Patrani?
The pincode of Patrani is 263126.
What is the population of Patrani?
Patrani has a total population of 799, including 425 males and 374 females.
How many households are there in Patrani?
There are 112 households in Patrani.
What is the literacy rate in Patrani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patrani is 62.20%. Male literacy is 69.65% and female literacy is 53.74%.