Patal - Valia, Bharuch
Patal is a village situated in the Valia taluka of Bharuch district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Valia and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Bharuch. Hola Kotar-nikoli-patal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patal is 522521. The village covers a total geographical area of 346.68 hectares and falls under the 393135 pincode. Anklesvar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Patal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Patal
According to the 2011 Census, Patal village had a total population of 525 people, including 257 males and 268 females, living in 116 households. The sex ratio was 1,043 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.45%, with male literacy at 61.04% and female literacy at 45.92%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 525.
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 | 525 | 257 | 268 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 26 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 525 | 257 | 268 |
| Literate Population | 248 | 141 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 277 | 116 | 161 |
Nearby Villages of Patal
Patal 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 Patal
Public transport in the Patal is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anklesvar to Patal is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bharuch to Patal is about 40 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 Patal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Patal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Patal
Where is Patal located?
Patal village is located in Valia Taluka, Bharuch district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Patal?
The Gram Panchayat of Patal is Hola Kotar-nikoli-patal.
What is the pincode of Patal?
The pincode of Patal is 393135.
What is the population of Patal?
Patal had a total population of 525, including 257 males and 268 females.
How many households are there in Patal?
Patal had 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patal was 53.45%. Male literacy was 61.04% and female literacy was 45.92%.