Patpur - Para, Purulia
Patpur is a village situated in the Para subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.3 km from Para and around 33.6 km from Purulia. Bahara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patpur is 330061. The village covers a total geographical area of 280.61 hectares and falls under the 723155 pincode. Santaldih is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Patpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Patpur
As per Census 2011, Patpur village has a total population of 1,557 people, consisting of 786 males and 771 females. The village has 255 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 262 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 883 literate and 674 illiterate residents. Additionally, 384 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,557 | 786 | 771 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 262 | 130 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 384 | 189 | 195 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 883 | 578 | 305 |
| Illiterate Population | 674 | 208 | 466 |
Nearby Villages of Patpur
Patpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Reshyagara | North-West | 1.25 km |
| Malanchadi | South-East | 1.80 km |
| Bhandar Kuli | West | 1.93 km |
| Chitra | South-West | 2.28 km |
| Pirma | South-East | 2.58 km |
| Bahara | North-West | 3.22 km |
| Haraktor | South-East | 3.49 km |
| Parasiri | West | 3.94 km |
| Manipur | South-West | 4.06 km |
| Jaynagar Alias Udaypur | South | 4.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Patpur
Public transport in the Patpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Santaldih, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Santaldih to Patpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Patpur is about 33.6 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Patpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Patpur
Where is Patpur located?
Patpur village is located in Para Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Patpur is Bahara.
What is the pincode of Patpur?
The pincode of Patpur is 723155.
What is the population of Patpur?
Patpur has a total population of 1,557, including 786 males and 771 females.
How many households are there in Patpur?
There are 255 households in Patpur.
What is the literacy rate in Patpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patpur is 56.71%. Male literacy is 73.54% and female literacy is 39.56%.