Pathartal - Ghorawal, Sonbhadra
Pathartal is a village situated in the Ghorawal tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghorawal and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Raehi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pathartal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pathartal is 212959. The village covers a total geographical area of 128.67 hectares and falls under the 231210 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Pathartal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pathartal
As per Census 2011, Pathartal village has a total population of 486 people, consisting of 241 males and 245 females. The village has 85 households and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males. There are 89 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 223 literate and 263 illiterate residents. Additionally, 246 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pathartal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 486 | 241 | 245 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 47 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 246 | 117 | 129 |
| Literate Population | 223 | 124 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 263 | 117 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Pathartal
Pathartal is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Semarwar | South | 0.85 km |
| Purana | North-East | 1.08 km |
| Karia | South | 1.70 km |
| Mahokhar | West | 1.96 km |
| Rehi | North-West | 2.38 km |
| Karsoata | South | 2.53 km |
| Phulwari | South-East | 2.58 km |
| Sirsain | South-West | 2.58 km |
| Madhaka | South-East | 2.92 km |
| Dewerikatha | East | 2.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pathartal
Pathartal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Lusa, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonbhadra to Pathartal is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sonbhadra to Pathartal is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pathartal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pathartal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pathartal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pathartal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pathartal
Where is Pathartal located?
Pathartal village is located in Ghorawal Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pathartal?
The Gram Panchayat of Pathartal is Raehi.
What is the pincode of Pathartal?
The pincode of Pathartal is 231210.
What is the population of Pathartal?
Pathartal has a total population of 486, including 241 males and 245 females.
How many households are there in Pathartal?
There are 85 households in Pathartal.
What is the literacy rate in Pathartal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pathartal is 45.88%. Male literacy is 51.45% and female literacy is 40.41%.