Fatsar - Gir Gadhda, Gir Somnath
Fatsar is a village situated in the Gir Gadhda taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from Una and around 120 km from Junagadh. Fatsar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fatsar is 515267. The village covers a total geographical area of 1279.8 hectares and falls under the 362530 pincode. Una is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Fatsar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Una Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Fatsar
As per Census 2011, Fatsar village has a total population of 3,590 people, consisting of 1,862 males and 1,728 females. The village has 670 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 368 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,370 literate and 1,220 illiterate residents. Additionally, 167 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Fatsar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,590 | 1,862 | 1,728 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 368 | 207 | 161 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 167 | 86 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 2,370 | 1,340 | 1,030 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,220 | 522 | 698 |
Nearby Villages of Fatsar
Fatsar 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 Fatsar
Fatsar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Fatsar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Una to Fatsar is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Fatsar is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Fatsar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Fatsar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Fatsar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Fatsar 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 Fatsar
Where is Fatsar located?
Fatsar village is located in Gir Gadhda Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Fatsar?
Fatsar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Fatsar?
The pincode of Fatsar is 362530.
What is the population of Fatsar?
Fatsar has a total population of 3,590, including 1,862 males and 1,728 females.
How many households are there in Fatsar?
There are 670 households in Fatsar.
What is the literacy rate in Fatsar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fatsar is 66.02%. Male literacy is 71.97% and female literacy is 59.61%.