Pachchhegam - Gariadhar, Bhavnagar
Pachchhegam is a village situated in the Gariadhar taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gariadhar and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Pachhegam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pachchhegam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pachchhegam is 516439. The village covers a total geographical area of 1061.28 hectares and falls under the 364275 pincode. Gariadhar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Pachchhegam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gariadhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pachchhegam
As per Census 2011, Pachchhegam village has a total population of 1,633 people, consisting of 820 males and 813 females. The village has 369 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 127 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,215 literate and 418 illiterate residents. Additionally, 172 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pachchhegam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,633 | 820 | 813 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 70 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 172 | 87 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 1,215 | 661 | 554 |
| Illiterate Population | 418 | 159 | 259 |
Nearby Villages of Pachchhegam
Pachchhegam 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 Pachchhegam
Public transport in the Pachchhegam is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gariadhar to Pachchhegam is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Pachchhegam is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pachchhegam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pachchhegam 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pachchhegam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pachchhegam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pachchhegam
Where is Pachchhegam located?
Pachchhegam village is located in Gariadhar Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pachchhegam?
The Gram Panchayat of Pachchhegam is Pachhegam.
What is the pincode of Pachchhegam?
The pincode of Pachchhegam is 364275.
What is the population of Pachchhegam?
Pachchhegam has a total population of 1,633, including 820 males and 813 females.
How many households are there in Pachchhegam?
There are 369 households in Pachchhegam.
What is the literacy rate in Pachchhegam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pachchhegam is 74.40%. Male literacy is 80.61% and female literacy is 68.14%.