Petiya - Valia, Bharuch
Petiya is a village situated in the Valia taluka of Bharuch district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Valia and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Bharuch. Petiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Petiya is 522530. The village covers a total geographical area of 686.27 hectares and falls under the 393135 pincode. Anklesvar is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Petiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Petiya
According to the 2011 Census, Petiya village had a total population of 1,036 people, including 539 males and 497 females, living in 231 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.96%, with male literacy at 66.18% and female literacy at 53.27%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 914.
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 | 1,036 | 539 | 497 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 63 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 914 | 478 | 436 |
| Literate Population | 551 | 315 | 236 |
| Illiterate Population | 485 | 224 | 261 |
Nearby Villages of Petiya
Petiya 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 Petiya
Public transport in the Petiya 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 Petiya is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bharuch to Petiya is about 55 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 Petiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Petiya 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Petiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Petiya 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Petiya
Where is Petiya located?
Petiya village is located in Valia Taluka, Bharuch district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Petiya?
Petiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Petiya?
The pincode of Petiya is 393135.
What is the population of Petiya?
Petiya had a total population of 1,036, including 539 males and 497 females.
How many households are there in Petiya?
Petiya had 231 households.
What is the literacy rate in Petiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Petiya was 59.96%. Male literacy was 66.18% and female literacy was 53.27%.