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
According to the 2011 Census, Patotia village had a total population of 130 people, including 56 males and 74 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 1,321 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.38%, with male literacy at 82.35% and female literacy at 57.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
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 | 130 | 56 | 74 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 130, including 56 males and 74 females.
How many households are there in Patotia?
Patotia had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patotia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patotia was 68.38%. Male literacy was 82.35% and female literacy was 57.58%.