Hathsani - Palitana, Bhavnagar
Hathsani is a village situated in the Palitana taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palitana and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Fachara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hathsani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hathsani is 516536. The village covers a total geographical area of 1678.9 hectares and falls under the 364270 pincode. Palitana is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Hathsani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palitana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hathsani
According to the 2011 Census, Hathsani village had a total population of 1,402 people, including 734 males and 668 females, living in 234 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.64%, with male literacy at 77.93% and female literacy at 60.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 26.
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 | 1,402 | 734 | 668 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 95 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 851 | 498 | 353 |
| Illiterate Population | 551 | 236 | 315 |
Nearby Villages of Hathsani
Hathsani 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 Hathsani
Public transport in the Hathsani is mainly available through bus 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 Palitana to Hathsani is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Hathsani is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hathsani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hathsani 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 Hathsani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hathsani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hathsani
Where is Hathsani located?
Hathsani village is located in Palitana Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hathsani?
The Gram Panchayat of Hathsani is Fachara.
What is the pincode of Hathsani?
The pincode of Hathsani is 364270.
What is the population of Hathsani?
Hathsani had a total population of 1,402, including 734 males and 668 females.
How many households are there in Hathsani?
Hathsani had 234 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hathsani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hathsani was 69.64%. Male literacy was 77.93% and female literacy was 60.55%.