Sarambhada - Gariadhar, Bhavnagar
Sarambhada 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 80 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Sarambhada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarambhada is 516457. The village covers a total geographical area of 499.74 hectares and falls under the 364505 pincode. Gariadhar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sarambhada 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 Sarambhada
According to the 2011 Census, Sarambhada village had a total population of 540 people, including 276 males and 264 females, living in 136 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.89%, with male literacy at 94.94% and female literacy at 86.69%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 540 | 276 | 264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 459 | 244 | 215 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 32 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Sarambhada
Sarambhada 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 Sarambhada
Public transport in the Sarambhada 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 Sarambhada is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Sarambhada 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 Sarambhada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarambhada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sarambhada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarambhada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sarambhada
Where is Sarambhada located?
Sarambhada village is located in Gariadhar Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sarambhada?
Sarambhada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sarambhada?
The pincode of Sarambhada is 364505.
What is the population of Sarambhada?
Sarambhada had a total population of 540, including 276 males and 264 females.
How many households are there in Sarambhada?
Sarambhada had 136 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarambhada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarambhada was 90.89%. Male literacy was 94.94% and female literacy was 86.69%.