Bhatram - Dhanera, Banas Kantha
Bhatram is a village situated in the Dhanera taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanera and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Bhatram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhatram is 507664. The village covers a total geographical area of 1337.81 hectares and falls under the 385545 pincode. Dhanera is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Bhatram 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 Bhatram
As per Census 2011, Bhatram village has a total population of 3,191 people, consisting of 1,652 males and 1,539 females. The village has 503 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 506 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,531 literate and 1,660 illiterate residents. Additionally, 725 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhatram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,191 | 1,652 | 1,539 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 506 | 288 | 218 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 725 | 369 | 356 |
| Literate Population | 1,531 | 981 | 550 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,660 | 671 | 989 |
Nearby Villages of Bhatram
Bhatram 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 Bhatram
Bhatram 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 Bhatram is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Bhatram is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhatram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhatram 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 Bhatram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhatram 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bhatram
Where is Bhatram located?
Bhatram village is located in Dhanera Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhatram?
Bhatram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhatram?
The pincode of Bhatram is 385545.
What is the population of Bhatram?
Bhatram has a total population of 3,191, including 1,652 males and 1,539 females.
How many households are there in Bhatram?
There are 503 households in Bhatram.
What is the literacy rate in Bhatram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhatram is 47.98%. Male literacy is 59.38% and female literacy is 35.74%.