Patan - Ganai Gangoli, Pithoragarh
Patan is a village situated in the Ganai Gangoli tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 31 km from Gangolihat and around 112 km from Pithoragarh. Bans serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patan is 049871. The village covers a total geographical area of 45.77 hectares and falls under the 262532 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 112 km away.
Patan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patan
As per Census 2011, Patan village has a total population of 188 people, consisting of 87 males and 101 females. The village has 50 households and a sex ratio of 1,160 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 138 literate and 50 illiterate residents. Additionally, 47 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 188 | 87 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 18 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 138 | 66 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 21 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Patan
Patan 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 Patan
Patan 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 <5 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 Pithoragarh to Patan is about 112 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Patan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patan 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Patan
Where is Patan located?
Patan village is located in Ganai Gangoli Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patan?
The Gram Panchayat of Patan is Bans.
What is the pincode of Patan?
The pincode of Patan is 262532.
What is the population of Patan?
Patan has a total population of 188, including 87 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Patan?
There are 50 households in Patan.
What is the literacy rate in Patan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patan is 73.40%. Male literacy is 75.86% and female literacy is 71.29%.