Patharkhunya - Manbazar - I, Purulia
Patharkhunya is a village situated in the Manbazar - I subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.1 km from Manbazar and around 54.7 km from Purulia. Dhanarah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patharkhunya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patharkhunya is 332114. The village covers a total geographical area of 24.01 hectares and falls under the 723131 pincode. Purulia is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Patharkhunya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Patharkhunya
As per Census 2011, Patharkhunya village has a total population of 162 people, consisting of 77 males and 85 females. The village has 29 households and a sex ratio of 1,103 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 72 literate and 90 illiterate residents. Additionally, 25 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 137 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patharkhunya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 162 | 77 | 85 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 137 | 63 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 39 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 38 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Patharkhunya
Patharkhunya 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 Patharkhunya
Public transport in the Patharkhunya is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Purulia to Patharkhunya is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Patharkhunya is about 54.7 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patharkhunya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patharkhunya 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Patharkhunya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patharkhunya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Patharkhunya
Where is Patharkhunya located?
Patharkhunya village is located in Manbazar - I Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patharkhunya?
The Gram Panchayat of Patharkhunya is Dhanarah.
What is the pincode of Patharkhunya?
The pincode of Patharkhunya is 723131.
What is the population of Patharkhunya?
Patharkhunya has a total population of 162, including 77 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Patharkhunya?
There are 29 households in Patharkhunya.
What is the literacy rate in Patharkhunya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patharkhunya is 44.44%. Male literacy is 50.65% and female literacy is 38.82%.