Patajania - Gopiballavpur - II, Jhargram
Patajania is a village situated in the Gopiballavpur - II subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Kuliana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patajania village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patajania is 340481. The village covers a total geographical area of 83.21 hectares and falls under the 721506 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Patajania village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nayagram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patajania
According to the 2011 Census, Patajania village had a total population of 392 people, including 197 males and 195 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.01%, with male literacy at 81.76% and female literacy at 54.80%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 350.
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 | 392 | 197 | 195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 27 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 350 | 175 | 175 |
| Literate Population | 236 | 139 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 58 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Patajania
Patajania 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 Patajania
Patajania is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Jhargram to Patajania is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patajania
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patajania village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Patajania
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patajania 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 Patajania
Where is Patajania located?
Patajania village is located in Gopiballavpur - II Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Patajania?
The Gram Panchayat of Patajania is Kuliana.
What is the pincode of Patajania?
The pincode of Patajania is 721506.
What is the population of Patajania?
Patajania had a total population of 392, including 197 males and 195 females.
How many households are there in Patajania?
Patajania had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patajania?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patajania was 68.01%. Male literacy was 81.76% and female literacy was 54.80%.