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
According to the 2011 Census, Patotola village had a total population of 3,461 people, including 1,735 males and 1,726 females, living in 836 households. The sex ratio was 995 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.36%, with male literacy at 85.00% and female literacy at 75.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 422, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 843.
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 | 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 had a total population of 3,461, including 1,735 males and 1,726 females.
How many households are there in Patotola?
Patotola had 836 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patotola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patotola was 80.36%. Male literacy was 85.00% and female literacy was 75.79%.