Patharberia - Kulpi, South 24 Parganas
Patharberia is a village situated in the Kulpi subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.9 km from Paschim Gopalnagar and around 59.1 km from Alipore. Chandipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patharberia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patharberia is 334578. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.11 hectares and falls under the 743351 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Patharberia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Patharberia
According to the 2011 Census, Patharberia village had a total population of 857 people, including 459 males and 398 females, living in 164 households. The sex ratio was 867 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.01%, with male literacy at 97.60% and female literacy at 78.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 839.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 857 | 459 | 398 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 43 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 839 | 454 | 385 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 680 | 406 | 274 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 53 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Patharberia
Patharberia 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 Patharberia
Public transport in the Patharberia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Patharberia.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Patharberia is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Patharberia is about 59.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patharberia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patharberia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Patharberia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patharberia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Patharberia
Where is Patharberia located?
Patharberia village is located in Kulpi Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patharberia?
The Gram Panchayat of Patharberia is Chandipur.
What is the pincode of Patharberia?
The pincode of Patharberia is 743351.
What is the population of Patharberia?
Patharberia had a total population of 857, including 459 males and 398 females.
How many households are there in Patharberia?
Patharberia had 164 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patharberia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patharberia was 89.01%. Male literacy was 97.60% and female literacy was 78.74%.