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 Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Pater village had a total population of 164 people, including 82 males and 82 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.18%, with male literacy at 90.54% and female literacy at 82.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 77.
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 | 164 | 82 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 38 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 164, including 82 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Pater?
Pater had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pater?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pater was 86.18%. Male literacy was 90.54% and female literacy was 82.05%.