Bhamariya - Gariadhar, Bhavnagar
Bhamariya is a village situated in the Gariadhar taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gariadhar and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Bhamariya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhamariya is 516415. The village covers a total geographical area of 856.13 hectares and falls under the 364275 pincode. Gariadhar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Bhamariya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gariadhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhamariya
As per Census 2011, Bhamariya village has a total population of 1,854 people, consisting of 943 males and 911 females. The village has 332 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 168 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,311 literate and 543 illiterate residents. Additionally, 142 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhamariya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,854 | 943 | 911 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 100 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 142 | 74 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,311 | 714 | 597 |
| Illiterate Population | 543 | 229 | 314 |
Nearby Villages of Bhamariya
Bhamariya 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 Bhamariya
Public transport in the Bhamariya is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Bhamariya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Gariadhar to Bhamariya is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Bhamariya 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 Bhamariya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhamariya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bhamariya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhamariya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Bhamariya
Where is Bhamariya located?
Bhamariya village is located in Gariadhar Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhamariya?
Bhamariya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhamariya?
The pincode of Bhamariya is 364275.
What is the population of Bhamariya?
Bhamariya has a total population of 1,854, including 943 males and 911 females.
How many households are there in Bhamariya?
There are 332 households in Bhamariya.
What is the literacy rate in Bhamariya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhamariya is 70.71%. Male literacy is 75.72% and female literacy is 65.53%.