Pay - Abdasa, Kachchh
Pay is a village situated in the Abdasa taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naliya and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Kothara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pay village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pay is 507153. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.61 hectares and falls under the 370645 pincode. Bhuj is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Pay village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pay
According to the 2011 Census, Pay village had a total population of 532 people, including 273 males and 259 females, living in 102 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.84%, with male literacy at 77.88% and female literacy at 57.42%.
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 | 532 | 273 | 259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 56 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 289 | 169 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 243 | 104 | 139 |
Nearby Villages of Pay
Pay 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 Pay
Pay 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 Bhuj to Pay is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pay
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pay village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pay
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pay 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 Pay
Where is Pay located?
Pay village is located in Abdasa Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pay?
The Gram Panchayat of Pay is Kothara.
What is the pincode of Pay?
The pincode of Pay is 370645.
What is the population of Pay?
Pay had a total population of 532, including 273 males and 259 females.
How many households are there in Pay?
Pay had 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pay?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pay was 67.84%. Male literacy was 77.88% and female literacy was 57.42%.