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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Patet
As per Census 2011, Patet village has a total population of 218 people, consisting of 96 males and 122 females. The village has 50 households and a sex ratio of 1,270 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 158 literate and 60 illiterate residents. Additionally, 60 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 32 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patet are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 218, including 96 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Patet?
There are 50 households in Patet.
What is the literacy rate in Patet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patet is 72.48%. Male literacy is 77.08% and female literacy is 68.85%.