Bhatvadar - Jafrabad, Amreli
Bhatvadar is a village situated in the Jafrabad taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jafrabad and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Bhatvadar -saravada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhatvadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhatvadar is 515892. The village covers a total geographical area of 270.86 hectares and falls under the 365730 pincode. Rajula is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Bhatvadar 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 Bhatvadar
According to the 2011 Census, Bhatvadar village had a total population of 401 people, including 205 males and 196 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.29%, with male literacy at 83.04% and female literacy at 47.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
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 | 401 | 205 | 196 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 34 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 222 | 142 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 63 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Bhatvadar
Bhatvadar 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 Bhatvadar
Bhatvadar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajula to Bhatvadar is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Bhatvadar is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhatvadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhatvadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhatvadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhatvadar 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Bhatvadar
Where is Bhatvadar located?
Bhatvadar village is located in Jafrabad Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhatvadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhatvadar is Bhatvadar -saravada.
What is the pincode of Bhatvadar?
The pincode of Bhatvadar is 365730.
What is the population of Bhatvadar?
Bhatvadar had a total population of 401, including 205 males and 196 females.
How many households are there in Bhatvadar?
Bhatvadar had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhatvadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhatvadar was 65.29%. Male literacy was 83.04% and female literacy was 47.34%.