Bhundani - Khambha, Amreli
Bhundani is a village situated in the Khambha taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khambha and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Bhundani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhundani is 515882. The village covers a total geographical area of 966.91 hectares and falls under the 365550 pincode. Rajula is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Bhundani 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 Bhundani
According to the 2011 Census, Bhundani village had a total population of 1,715 people, including 847 males and 868 females, living in 367 households. The sex ratio was 1,025 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.66%, with male literacy at 72.22% and female literacy at 53.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 80.
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 | 1,715 | 847 | 868 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 242 | 127 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 41 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 923 | 520 | 403 |
| Illiterate Population | 792 | 327 | 465 |
Nearby Villages of Bhundani
Bhundani 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 Bhundani
Public transport in the Bhundani 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 Bhundani is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Bhundani is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhundani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhundani 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 Bhundani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhundani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhundani
Where is Bhundani located?
Bhundani village is located in Khambha Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhundani?
Bhundani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhundani?
The pincode of Bhundani is 365550.
What is the population of Bhundani?
Bhundani had a total population of 1,715, including 847 males and 868 females.
How many households are there in Bhundani?
Bhundani had 367 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhundani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhundani was 62.66%. Male literacy was 72.22% and female literacy was 53.52%.