Patotia - Rikhanikhal, Pauri Garhwal
Patotia is a village situated in the Rikhanikhal tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 67 km from Lansdowne and around 172 km from Pauri. Patotiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patotia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patotia is 047596. The village covers a total geographical area of 105.66 hectares and falls under the 246179 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 67 km away.
Patotia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lansdowne Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patotia
As per Census 2011, Patotia village has a total population of 130 people, consisting of 56 males and 74 females. The village has 32 households and a sex ratio of 1,321 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 80 literate and 50 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patotia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 130 | 56 | 74 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 80 | 42 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 14 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Patotia
Patotia 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 Patotia
Patotia 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 | 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 Lansdowne to Patotia is about 67 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Patotia is about 172 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patotia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patotia 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Patotia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patotia 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 Patotia
Where is Patotia located?
Patotia village is located in Rikhanikhal Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patotia?
The Gram Panchayat of Patotia is Patotiya.
What is the pincode of Patotia?
The pincode of Patotia is 246179.
What is the population of Patotia?
Patotia has a total population of 130, including 56 males and 74 females.
How many households are there in Patotia?
There are 32 households in Patotia.
What is the literacy rate in Patotia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patotia is 61.54%. Male literacy is 75.00% and female literacy is 51.35%.