Bhatib - Dhanera, Banas Kantha
Bhatib is a village situated in the Dhanera taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanera and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Bhatib village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhatib is 507633. The village covers a total geographical area of 2102.96 hectares and falls under the 385310 pincode. Dhanera is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Bhatib 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 Bhatib
As per Census 2011, Bhatib village has a total population of 4,519 people, consisting of 2,355 males and 2,164 females. The village has 692 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 890 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,982 literate and 2,537 illiterate residents. Additionally, 549 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,120 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhatib are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,519 | 2,355 | 2,164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 890 | 493 | 397 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 549 | 282 | 267 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,120 | 566 | 554 |
| Literate Population | 1,982 | 1,306 | 676 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,537 | 1,049 | 1,488 |
Nearby Villages of Bhatib
Bhatib 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 Bhatib
Bhatib 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 Bhatib.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Dhanera to Bhatib is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Bhatib is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhatib
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhatib village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhatib
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhatib village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bhatib
Where is Bhatib located?
Bhatib village is located in Dhanera Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhatib?
Bhatib is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhatib?
The pincode of Bhatib is 385310.
What is the population of Bhatib?
Bhatib has a total population of 4,519, including 2,355 males and 2,164 females.
How many households are there in Bhatib?
There are 692 households in Bhatib.
What is the literacy rate in Bhatib?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhatib is 43.86%. Male literacy is 55.46% and female literacy is 31.24%.