Bhandariya - Gariadhar, Bhavnagar
Bhandariya is a village situated in the Gariadhar taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gariadhar and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Bhandariya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhandariya is 516461. The village covers a total geographical area of 730.04 hectares and falls under the 364505 pincode. Gariadhar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bhandariya 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 Bhandariya
As per Census 2011, Bhandariya village has a total population of 1,415 people, consisting of 683 males and 732 females. The village has 282 households and a sex ratio of 1,071 females per 1,000 males. There are 158 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 995 literate and 420 illiterate residents. Additionally, 146 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhandariya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,415 | 683 | 732 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 74 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 146 | 64 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 995 | 530 | 465 |
| Illiterate Population | 420 | 153 | 267 |
Nearby Villages of Bhandariya
Bhandariya 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 Bhandariya
Bhandariya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gariadhar to Bhandariya is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Bhandariya 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 Bhandariya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhandariya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhandariya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhandariya 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bhandariya
Where is Bhandariya located?
Bhandariya village is located in Gariadhar Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhandariya?
Bhandariya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhandariya?
The pincode of Bhandariya is 364505.
What is the population of Bhandariya?
Bhandariya has a total population of 1,415, including 683 males and 732 females.
How many households are there in Bhandariya?
There are 282 households in Bhandariya.
What is the literacy rate in Bhandariya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhandariya is 70.32%. Male literacy is 77.60% and female literacy is 63.52%.