Bhadra - Deesa, Banas Kantha
Bhadra is a village situated in the Deesa taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deesa and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Bhadra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhadra is 508243. The village covers a total geographical area of 488.55 hectares and falls under the 385310 pincode. Deesa is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Bhadra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deodar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhadra
According to the 2011 Census, Bhadra village had a total population of 1,878 people, including 983 males and 895 females, living in 308 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.86%, with male literacy at 79.18% and female literacy at 50.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 46.
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 | 1,878 | 983 | 895 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 358 | 181 | 177 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 23 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,001 | 635 | 366 |
| Illiterate Population | 877 | 348 | 529 |
Nearby Villages of Bhadra
Bhadra 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 Bhadra
Public transport in the Bhadra 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 Deesa to Bhadra is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Bhadra is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhadra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhadra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhadra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhadra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhadra
Where is Bhadra located?
Bhadra village is located in Deesa Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhadra?
Bhadra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhadra?
The pincode of Bhadra is 385310.
What is the population of Bhadra?
Bhadra had a total population of 1,878, including 983 males and 895 females.
How many households are there in Bhadra?
Bhadra had 308 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhadra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhadra was 65.86%. Male literacy was 79.18% and female literacy was 50.97%.