Patajharia

Patajharia is a village located in Salbani subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 14.9km away from sub-district headquarter Salbani. Midnapur is the district headquarter of Patajharia village. As per 2009 stats, Bhimpur is the gram panchayat of Patajharia village.

Patajharia has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Patajharia

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Patajharia is 338696. The village spans a total geographical area of 297.15 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721516. Midnapur is nearest town to Patajharia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 37km away.

When it comes to local governance, Patajharia village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Salboni Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jhargram Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Patajharia

Below is a concise population overview of Patajharia as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,031 531 500
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 93 51 42
Scheduled Castes (SC) 12 7 5
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 4 1 3
Literate Population 756 424 332
Illiterate Population 275 107 168

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Patajharia village:

  • The total population of Patajharia village is around 1,031, including approximately 531 males and 500 females, with a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 93 children aged 0–6 years in Patajharia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Patajharia village has 12 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Patajharia village is about 73.33%, with male literacy at 79.85% and female literacy at 66.40%.
  • There are around 228 households in Patajharia village.

Connectivity of Patajharia

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Patajharia. As per the 2011 stats, Patajharia 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 Patajharia

Knowing the nearby villages of Patajharia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Patajharia.

Frequently Asked Questions about Patajharia

Where is Patajharia located?
Patajharia village is situated in Salbani Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patajharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Patajharia is Bhimpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Patajharia?
The pincode of Patajharia is 721516, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Patajharia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Patajharia is 1,031, with 531 males and 500 females.
How many households are there in Patajharia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Patajharia village has a total of 228 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patajharia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Patajharia is 73.33%. The male literacy rate is 79.85%, while the female literacy rate is 66.40%.