Patet - Thal, Pithoragarh
Patet is a village situated in the Thal tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 26 km from Didihat and around 65 km from Pithoragarh. Turgoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patet is 049169. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.35 hectares and falls under the 262552 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Patet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Patet
According to the 2011 Census, Patet village had a total population of 218 people, including 96 males and 122 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 1,271 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.49%, with male literacy at 92.50% and female literacy at 78.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 60, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 32.
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 | 218 | 96 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 26 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 13 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 158 | 74 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 22 | 38 |
Transport and Connectivity of Patet
Patet 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Patet is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Patet is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patet 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Patet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patet 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Patet
Where is Patet located?
Patet village is located in Thal Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Patet?
The Gram Panchayat of Patet is Turgoli.
What is the pincode of Patet?
The pincode of Patet is 262552.
What is the population of Patet?
Patet had a total population of 218, including 96 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Patet?
Patet had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patet was 84.49%. Male literacy was 92.50% and female literacy was 78.50%.