Patapur - Una, Gir Somnath
Patapur is a village situated in the Una taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from Una and around 190 km from Junagadh. Patapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patapur is 515302. The village covers a total geographical area of 186.81 hectares and falls under the 362560 pincode. Una is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Patapur 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 Patapur
According to the 2011 Census, Patapur village had a total population of 1,008 people, including 516 males and 492 females, living in 180 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.48%, with male literacy at 89.33% and female literacy at 69.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 238, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 1,008 | 516 | 492 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 66 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 238 | 121 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 701 | 402 | 299 |
| Illiterate Population | 307 | 114 | 193 |
Nearby Villages of Patapur
Patapur 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 Patapur
Patapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Patapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Una to Patapur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Patapur is about 190 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Patapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patapur 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Patapur
Where is Patapur located?
Patapur village is located in Una Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patapur?
Patapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Patapur?
The pincode of Patapur is 362560.
What is the population of Patapur?
Patapur had a total population of 1,008, including 516 males and 492 females.
How many households are there in Patapur?
Patapur had 180 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patapur was 79.48%. Male literacy was 89.33% and female literacy was 69.21%.