Patara
Patara is a village located in Dunda tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Dunda (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Patara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Patara unique in its vibrant Dunda-Uttarkashi region. You’ll see Patara’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Patara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Patara is 040569. The village spans a total geographical area of 333.83 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249152. Uttarkashi is nearest town to Patara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
When it comes to local governance, Patara village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Yamunotri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Patara
Population of Patara
According to the 2011 Census, Patara has a total population of about 1,092, with approximately 547 males and 545 females. The sex ratio is around 996 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 148 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 176 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.18%, with male literacy at about 77.33% and female literacy near 46.97%. There are around 216 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Patara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,092 | 547 | 545 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 78 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 176 | 88 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 679 | 423 | 256 |
| Illiterate Population | 413 | 124 | 289 |
Connectivity of Patara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Patara. As per the 2011 stats, Patara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Patara
Knowing the nearby villages of Patara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Patara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Patara
- Where is Patara located?
- Patara village is situated in Dunda Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Patara?
- Patara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Patara?
- The pincode of Patara is 249152, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Patara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Patara is 1,092, with 547 males and 545 females.
- How many households are there in Patara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Patara village has a total of 216 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Patara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Patara is 62.18%. The male literacy rate is 77.33%, while the female literacy rate is 46.97%.