Bhankoda - Detroj-Rampura, Ahmedabad
Bhankoda is a village situated in the Detroj-Rampura taluka of Ahmedabad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 2 km from Detroj and around 60 km from Ahmadabad. Bhankoda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhankoda is 511489. The village covers a total geographical area of 1290.12 hectares and falls under the 382140 pincode. Kadi is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Bhankoda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Viramgam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhankoda
According to the 2011 Census, Bhankoda village had a total population of 2,109 people, including 1,073 males and 1,036 females, living in 423 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.03%, with male literacy at 84.36% and female literacy at 53.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 27.
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 | 2,109 | 1,073 | 1,036 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 288 | 152 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,257 | 777 | 480 |
| Illiterate Population | 852 | 296 | 556 |
Nearby Villages of Bhankoda
Bhankoda 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 Bhankoda
Bhankoda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Bhankoda has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kadi to Bhankoda is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadabad to Bhankoda 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 Bhankoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhankoda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhankoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhankoda 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 Bhankoda
Where is Bhankoda located?
Bhankoda village is located in Detroj-Rampura Taluka, Ahmedabad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhankoda?
Bhankoda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhankoda?
The pincode of Bhankoda is 382140.
What is the population of Bhankoda?
Bhankoda had a total population of 2,109, including 1,073 males and 1,036 females.
How many households are there in Bhankoda?
Bhankoda had 423 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhankoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhankoda was 69.03%. Male literacy was 84.36% and female literacy was 53.33%.