Patharghata
Patharghata is a village located in Rajarhat subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 12.2km away from sub-district headquarter Rajarhat. Barasat is the district headquarter of Patharghata village. As per 2009 stats, Patharghata village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Patharghata unique in its vibrant Rajarhat-North Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Patharghata’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Patharghata
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Patharghata is 323747. The village spans a total geographical area of 572.74 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 700135. Kolkata is nearest town to Patharghata village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Patharghata
Population of Patharghata
According to the 2011 Census, Patharghata has a total population of about 8,039, with approximately 4,110 males and 3,929 females. The sex ratio is around 955 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 896 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 3,759 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 16. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.68%, with male literacy at about 75.18% and female literacy near 65.97%. There are around 1,787 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Patharghata's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,039 | 4,110 | 3,929 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 896 | 457 | 439 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,759 | 1,891 | 1,868 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 5,682 | 3,090 | 2,592 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,357 | 1,020 | 1,337 |
Connectivity of Patharghata
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Patharghata. As per the 2011 stats, Patharghata had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Patharghata
Knowing the nearby villages of Patharghata helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Patharghata.
Frequently Asked Questions about Patharghata
- Where is Patharghata located?
- Patharghata village is situated in Rajarhat Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Patharghata?
- Patharghata serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Patharghata?
- The pincode of Patharghata is 700135, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Patharghata as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Patharghata is 8,039, with 4,110 males and 3,929 females.
- How many households are there in Patharghata as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Patharghata village has a total of 1,787 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Patharghata as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Patharghata is 70.68%. The male literacy rate is 75.18%, while the female literacy rate is 65.97%.