Patkot - Ramnagar, Nainital
Patkot is a village situated in the Ramnagar tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 94 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Patkot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patkot is 055413. The village covers a total geographical area of 358.74 hectares and falls under the 263159 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Patkot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Patkot
According to the 2011 Census, Patkot village had a total population of 1,725 people, including 875 males and 850 females, living in 350 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.03%, with male literacy at 95.84% and female literacy at 78.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 475, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 1,725 | 875 | 850 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 206 | 106 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 475 | 239 | 236 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,322 | 737 | 585 |
| Illiterate Population | 403 | 138 | 265 |
Nearby Villages of Patkot
Patkot 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 Patkot
Patkot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Ramnagar to Patkot is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Patkot is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patkot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Patkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patkot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Patkot
Where is Patkot located?
Patkot village is located in Ramnagar Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patkot?
Patkot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Patkot?
The pincode of Patkot is 263159.
What is the population of Patkot?
Patkot had a total population of 1,725, including 875 males and 850 females.
How many households are there in Patkot?
Patkot had 350 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patkot was 87.03%. Male literacy was 95.84% and female literacy was 78.00%.