Patharia - Nayagram, Jhargram
Patharia is a village situated in the Nayagram subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Jamirapal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patharia is 341047. The village covers a total geographical area of 12.95 hectares and falls under the 721135 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Patharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Patharia
According to the 2011 Census, Patharia village had a total population of 99 people, including 51 males and 48 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.32%, with male literacy at 71.11% and female literacy at 40.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 99.
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 | 99 | 51 | 48 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 51 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 49 | 32 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 19 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Patharia
Patharia 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 Patharia
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Patharia.
| 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 Jhargram to Patharia is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patharia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Patharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patharia 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 Patharia
Where is Patharia located?
Patharia village is located in Nayagram Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Patharia is Jamirapal.
What is the pincode of Patharia?
The pincode of Patharia is 721135.
What is the population of Patharia?
Patharia had a total population of 99, including 51 males and 48 females.
How many households are there in Patharia?
Patharia had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patharia was 56.32%. Male literacy was 71.11% and female literacy was 40.48%.