Pater - Ghumarwin, Bilaspur
Pater is a village situated in the Ghumarwin tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Pater village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pater is 018933. The village covers a total geographical area of 29.68 hectares and falls under the 174026 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Pater village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilaspur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pater
As per Census 2011, Pater village has a total population of 164 people, consisting of 82 males and 82 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 131 literate and 33 illiterate residents. Additionally, 77 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pater are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 164 | 82 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 38 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 131 | 67 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 15 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Pater
Pater 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 Pater
Pater is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Bilaspur to Pater is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pater
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pater 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 Pater
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pater village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pater
Where is Pater located?
Pater village is located in Ghumarwin Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pater?
Pater is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pater?
The pincode of Pater is 174026.
What is the population of Pater?
Pater has a total population of 164, including 82 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Pater?
There are 40 households in Pater.
What is the literacy rate in Pater?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pater is 79.88%. Male literacy is 81.71% and female literacy is 78.05%.