Bhonkarva - Savar Kundla, Amreli
Bhonkarva is a village situated in the Savar Kundla taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Savar Kundla and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Bhonkarva village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhonkarva is 515794. The village covers a total geographical area of 1750.81 hectares and falls under the 364530 pincode. Savar Kundla is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Bhonkarva village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Savarkundla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhonkarva
According to the 2011 Census, Bhonkarva village had a total population of 1,777 people, including 909 males and 868 females, living in 282 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.66%, with male literacy at 71.78% and female literacy at 47.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 59.
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 | 1,777 | 909 | 868 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 250 | 133 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 29 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 911 | 557 | 354 |
| Illiterate Population | 866 | 352 | 514 |
Nearby Villages of Bhonkarva
Bhonkarva 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 Bhonkarva
Bhonkarva is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Bhonkarva.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Savar Kundla to Bhonkarva is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Bhonkarva is about 50 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 Bhonkarva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhonkarva village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhonkarva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhonkarva village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhonkarva
Where is Bhonkarva located?
Bhonkarva village is located in Savar Kundla Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhonkarva?
Bhonkarva is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhonkarva?
The pincode of Bhonkarva is 364530.
What is the population of Bhonkarva?
Bhonkarva had a total population of 1,777, including 909 males and 868 females.
How many households are there in Bhonkarva?
Bhonkarva had 282 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhonkarva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhonkarva was 59.66%. Male literacy was 71.78% and female literacy was 47.14%.