Patotola - Alipurduar - II, Alipurduar
Patotola is a village situated in the Alipurduar - II subdivision of Alipurduar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.9 km from Josodanga and around 110 km from Jalpaiguri . Shamuktala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patotola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patotola is 307305. The village covers a total geographical area of 278.3 hectares and falls under the 736206 pincode. Alipurduar is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Patotola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Alipurduars Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Patotola
As per Census 2011, Patotola village has a total population of 3,461 people, consisting of 1,735 males and 1,726 females. The village has 836 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 375 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,480 literate and 981 illiterate residents. Additionally, 422 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 843 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patotola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,461 | 1,735 | 1,726 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 375 | 202 | 173 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 422 | 208 | 214 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 843 | 398 | 445 |
| Literate Population | 2,480 | 1,303 | 1,177 |
| Illiterate Population | 981 | 432 | 549 |
Nearby Villages of Patotola
Patotola 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 Patotola
Patotola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Alipurduar to Patotola is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Patotola is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patotola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patotola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Patotola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patotola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Patotola
Where is Patotola located?
Patotola village is located in Alipurduar - II Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patotola?
The Gram Panchayat of Patotola is Shamuktala.
What is the pincode of Patotola?
The pincode of Patotola is 736206.
What is the population of Patotola?
Patotola has a total population of 3,461, including 1,735 males and 1,726 females.
How many households are there in Patotola?
There are 836 households in Patotola.
What is the literacy rate in Patotola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patotola is 71.66%. Male literacy is 75.10% and female literacy is 68.19%.