Patkabari - Hanskhali, Nadia
Patkabari is a village situated in the Hanskhali subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hanskhali and around 24.1 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Mamjoan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patkabari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patkabari is 321888. The village covers a total geographical area of 589 hectares and falls under the 741502 pincode. Krishnanagar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Patkabari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranaghat Uttar Purba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patkabari
As per Census 2011, Patkabari village has a total population of 3,531 people, consisting of 1,859 males and 1,672 females. The village has 803 households and a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males. There are 331 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,589 literate and 942 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,822 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 384 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patkabari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,531 | 1,859 | 1,672 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 331 | 163 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,822 | 958 | 864 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 384 | 207 | 177 |
| Literate Population | 2,589 | 1,490 | 1,099 |
| Illiterate Population | 942 | 369 | 573 |
Nearby Villages of Patkabari
Patkabari is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Hatubhanga | South | 1.36 km |
| Madna | North-East | 1.68 km |
| Jagannath | East | 1.82 km |
| Dalaigram | North-West | 2.01 km |
| Bhayna | North-East | 2.70 km |
| Sahapur | North | 2.84 km |
| Haldipara | North | 2.98 km |
| Barahata | South-West | 3.08 km |
| Hajrapur | South-West | 3.55 km |
| Hatisala | North-West | 3.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Patkabari
Patkabari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Santinagar Halt, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.4 km.
| 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Krishnanagar to Patkabari is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Patkabari is about 24.1 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patkabari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patkabari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Patkabari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patkabari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Patkabari
Where is Patkabari located?
Patkabari village is located in Hanskhali Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patkabari?
The Gram Panchayat of Patkabari is Mamjoan.
What is the pincode of Patkabari?
The pincode of Patkabari is 741502.
What is the population of Patkabari?
Patkabari has a total population of 3,531, including 1,859 males and 1,672 females.
How many households are there in Patkabari?
There are 803 households in Patkabari.
What is the literacy rate in Patkabari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patkabari is 73.32%. Male literacy is 80.15% and female literacy is 65.73%.