Bapla - Dhanera, Banas Kantha
Bapla is a village situated in the Dhanera taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanera and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Bapla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bapla is 507639. The village covers a total geographical area of 1146.45 hectares and falls under the 385545 pincode. Dhanera is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Bapla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bapla
According to the 2011 Census, Bapla village had a total population of 2,812 people, including 1,447 males and 1,365 females, living in 504 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.14%, with male literacy at 72.06% and female literacy at 37.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 511, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 326.
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 | 2,812 | 1,447 | 1,365 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 467 | 255 | 212 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 511 | 259 | 252 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 326 | 176 | 150 |
| Literate Population | 1,293 | 859 | 434 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,519 | 588 | 931 |
Nearby Villages of Bapla
Bapla 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 Bapla
Bapla 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 Dhanera to Bapla is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Bapla is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bapla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bapla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bapla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bapla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bapla
Where is Bapla located?
Bapla village is located in Dhanera Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bapla?
Bapla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bapla?
The pincode of Bapla is 385545.
What is the population of Bapla?
Bapla had a total population of 2,812, including 1,447 males and 1,365 females.
How many households are there in Bapla?
Bapla had 504 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bapla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bapla was 55.14%. Male literacy was 72.06% and female literacy was 37.64%.