Patana - Vallabhipur, Bhavnagar
Patana is a village situated in the Vallabhipur taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vallabhipur and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Patana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patana is 516057. The village covers a total geographical area of 3695.89 hectares and falls under the 364310 pincode. Barwala is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Patana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadhada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patana
As per Census 2011, Patana village has a total population of 5,387 people, consisting of 2,785 males and 2,602 females. The village has 1,033 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 673 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,438 literate and 1,949 illiterate residents. Additionally, 104 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,387 | 2,785 | 2,602 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 673 | 340 | 333 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 104 | 52 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 3,438 | 1,994 | 1,444 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,949 | 791 | 1,158 |
Nearby Villages of Patana
Patana 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 Patana
Patana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barwala to Patana is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Patana is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Patana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Patana
Where is Patana located?
Patana village is located in Vallabhipur Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patana?
Patana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Patana?
The pincode of Patana is 364310.
What is the population of Patana?
Patana has a total population of 5,387, including 2,785 males and 2,602 females.
How many households are there in Patana?
There are 1,033 households in Patana.
What is the literacy rate in Patana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patana is 63.82%. Male literacy is 71.60% and female literacy is 55.50%.