Bhayavadar - Dhari, Amreli
Bhayavadar is a village situated in the Dhari taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Bhayavadar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhayavadar is 515690. The village covers a total geographical area of 536.94 hectares and falls under the 365640 pincode. Chalala is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Bhayavadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhayavadar
According to the 2011 Census, Bhayavadar village had a total population of 330 people, including 168 males and 162 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.17%, with male literacy at 57.03% and female literacy at 51.47%.
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 | 330 | 168 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 40 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 143 | 73 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 187 | 95 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Bhayavadar
Bhayavadar 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 Bhayavadar
Bhayavadar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Bhayavadar has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Chalala to Bhayavadar is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Bhayavadar is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhayavadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhayavadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhayavadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhayavadar 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 Bhayavadar
Where is Bhayavadar located?
Bhayavadar village is located in Dhari Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhayavadar?
Bhayavadar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhayavadar?
The pincode of Bhayavadar is 365640.
What is the population of Bhayavadar?
Bhayavadar had a total population of 330, including 168 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Bhayavadar?
Bhayavadar had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhayavadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhayavadar was 54.17%. Male literacy was 57.03% and female literacy was 51.47%.