Bhankodar - Jafrabad, Amreli
Bhankodar is a village situated in the Jafrabad taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jafrabad and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Bhakodar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhankodar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhankodar is 515928. The village covers a total geographical area of 434.59 hectares and falls under the 365541 pincode. Jafrabad is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Bhankodar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhankodar
According to the 2011 Census, Bhankodar village had a total population of 1,583 people, including 803 males and 780 females, living in 261 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.36%, with male literacy at 72.05% and female literacy at 40.45%.
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 | 1,583 | 803 | 780 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 254 | 134 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 749 | 482 | 267 |
| Illiterate Population | 834 | 321 | 513 |
Nearby Villages of Bhankodar
Bhankodar 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 Bhankodar
Public transport in the Bhankodar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jafrabad to Bhankodar is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Bhankodar is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhankodar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhankodar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhankodar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhankodar 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 Bhankodar
Where is Bhankodar located?
Bhankodar village is located in Jafrabad Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhankodar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhankodar is Bhakodar.
What is the pincode of Bhankodar?
The pincode of Bhankodar is 365541.
What is the population of Bhankodar?
Bhankodar had a total population of 1,583, including 803 males and 780 females.
How many households are there in Bhankodar?
Bhankodar had 261 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhankodar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhankodar was 56.36%. Male literacy was 72.05% and female literacy was 40.45%.