Rupavati - Gariadhar, Bhavnagar
Rupavati is a village situated in the Gariadhar taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gariadhar and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Rupavati village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rupavati is 516453. The village covers a total geographical area of 1610.59 hectares and falls under the 364505 pincode. Gariadhar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Rupavati 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 Rupavati
As per Census 2011, Rupavati village has a total population of 3,371 people, consisting of 1,688 males and 1,683 females. The village has 638 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 411 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,189 literate and 1,182 illiterate residents. Additionally, 177 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rupavati are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,371 | 1,688 | 1,683 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 411 | 206 | 205 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 177 | 87 | 90 |
| Literate Population | 2,189 | 1,240 | 949 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,182 | 448 | 734 |
Nearby Villages of Rupavati
Rupavati 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 Rupavati
Public transport in the Rupavati is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gariadhar to Rupavati is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Rupavati is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rupavati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rupavati 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rupavati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rupavati village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rupavati
Where is Rupavati located?
Rupavati village is located in Gariadhar Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rupavati?
Rupavati is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rupavati?
The pincode of Rupavati is 364505.
What is the population of Rupavati?
Rupavati has a total population of 3,371, including 1,688 males and 1,683 females.
How many households are there in Rupavati?
There are 638 households in Rupavati.
What is the literacy rate in Rupavati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rupavati is 64.94%. Male literacy is 73.46% and female literacy is 56.39%.