Bhuva - Savar Kundla, Amreli
Bhuva is a village situated in the Savar Kundla taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Savar Kundla and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Bhuva village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhuva is 515773. The village covers a total geographical area of 1543.22 hectares and falls under the 364521 pincode. Savar Kundla is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bhuva 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 Bhuva
As per Census 2011, Bhuva village has a total population of 1,769 people, consisting of 916 males and 853 females. The village has 394 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 185 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,038 literate and 731 illiterate residents. Additionally, 148 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhuva are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,769 | 916 | 853 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 101 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 148 | 78 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 1,038 | 601 | 437 |
| Illiterate Population | 731 | 315 | 416 |
Nearby Villages of Bhuva
Bhuva 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 Bhuva
Public transport in the Bhuva is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Savar Kundla to Bhuva is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Bhuva is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhuva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhuva 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 Bhuva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhuva village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhuva
Where is Bhuva located?
Bhuva village is located in Savar Kundla Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhuva?
Bhuva is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhuva?
The pincode of Bhuva is 364521.
What is the population of Bhuva?
Bhuva has a total population of 1,769, including 916 males and 853 females.
How many households are there in Bhuva?
There are 394 households in Bhuva.
What is the literacy rate in Bhuva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhuva is 58.68%. Male literacy is 65.61% and female literacy is 51.23%.