Patal - Areth, Surat
Patal is a village situated in the Areth taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Mandvi and around 60 km from Surat. Patal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patal is 523951. The village covers a total geographical area of 1111.89 hectares and falls under the 394163 pincode. Mandvi is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Patal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mandvi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patal
As per Census 2011, Patal village has a total population of 3,368 people, consisting of 1,704 males and 1,664 females. The village has 735 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 282 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,851 literate and 1,517 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,237 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,368 | 1,704 | 1,664 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 282 | 136 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,237 | 1,635 | 1,602 |
| Literate Population | 1,851 | 1,045 | 806 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,517 | 659 | 858 |
Nearby Villages of Patal
Patal 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 Patal
Public transport in the Patal 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 Mandvi to Patal is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Patal is about 60 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 Patal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patal 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Patal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Patal
Where is Patal located?
Patal village is located in Areth Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patal?
Patal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Patal?
The pincode of Patal is 394163.
What is the population of Patal?
Patal has a total population of 3,368, including 1,704 males and 1,664 females.
How many households are there in Patal?
There are 735 households in Patal.
What is the literacy rate in Patal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patal is 54.96%. Male literacy is 61.33% and female literacy is 48.44%.