Patikhali - Canning - II, South 24 Parganas
Patikhali is a village situated in the Canning - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.7 km from Canning and around 48.3 km from Alipore. Tambuldaha-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patikhali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patikhali is 333854. The village covers a total geographical area of 681.7 hectares and falls under the 743329 pincode. Canning Town is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Patikhali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Canning Purba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patikhali
As per Census 2011, Patikhali village has a total population of 8,937 people, consisting of 4,559 males and 4,378 females. The village has 1,766 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,400 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,358 literate and 3,579 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,910 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 214 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patikhali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,937 | 4,559 | 4,378 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,400 | 724 | 676 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,910 | 1,484 | 1,426 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 214 | 115 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 5,358 | 3,011 | 2,347 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,579 | 1,548 | 2,031 |
Nearby Villages of Patikhali
Patikhali 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 Patikhali
Public transport in the Patikhali is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Patikhali.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Canning Town to Patikhali is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Patikhali is about 48.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patikhali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patikhali 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 Patikhali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patikhali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Patikhali
Where is Patikhali located?
Patikhali village is located in Canning - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patikhali?
The Gram Panchayat of Patikhali is Tambuldaha-i.
What is the pincode of Patikhali?
The pincode of Patikhali is 743329.
What is the population of Patikhali?
Patikhali has a total population of 8,937, including 4,559 males and 4,378 females.
How many households are there in Patikhali?
There are 1,766 households in Patikhali.
What is the literacy rate in Patikhali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patikhali is 59.95%. Male literacy is 66.05% and female literacy is 53.61%.