Pathar - Valia, Bharuch
Pathar is a village situated in the Valia taluka of Bharuch district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Valia and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Bharuch. Pathar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pathar is 522456. The village covers a total geographical area of 1519.76 hectares and falls under the 393135 pincode. Anklesvar is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Pathar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pathar
According to the 2011 Census, Pathar village had a total population of 3,505 people, including 1,790 males and 1,715 females, living in 789 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.35%, with male literacy at 72.54% and female literacy at 61.93%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3,376.
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 | 3,505 | 1,790 | 1,715 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 451 | 228 | 223 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,376 | 1,719 | 1,657 |
| Literate Population | 2,057 | 1,133 | 924 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,448 | 657 | 791 |
Nearby Villages of Pathar
Pathar 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 Pathar
Pathar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Pathar is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bharuch to Pathar is about 57 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 Pathar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pathar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pathar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pathar 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Pathar
Where is Pathar located?
Pathar village is located in Valia Taluka, Bharuch district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pathar?
Pathar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pathar?
The pincode of Pathar is 393135.
What is the population of Pathar?
Pathar had a total population of 3,505, including 1,790 males and 1,715 females.
How many households are there in Pathar?
Pathar had 789 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pathar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pathar was 67.35%. Male literacy was 72.54% and female literacy was 61.93%.