Timba - Gariadhar, Bhavnagar
Timba 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 63 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Timba village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Timba is 516436. The village covers a total geographical area of 949.99 hectares and falls under the 364275 pincode. Gariadhar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Timba 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 Timba
According to the 2011 Census, Timba village had a total population of 1,499 people, including 755 males and 744 females, living in 318 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.68%, with male literacy at 80.21% and female literacy at 57.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 407, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 1,499 | 755 | 744 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 88 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 407 | 202 | 205 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 919 | 535 | 384 |
| Illiterate Population | 580 | 220 | 360 |
Nearby Villages of Timba
Timba 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 Timba
Public transport in the Timba is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Timba is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Timba is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Timba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Timba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Timba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Timba 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Timba
Where is Timba located?
Timba village is located in Gariadhar Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Timba?
Timba is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Timba?
The pincode of Timba is 364275.
What is the population of Timba?
Timba had a total population of 1,499, including 755 males and 744 females.
How many households are there in Timba?
Timba had 318 households.
What is the literacy rate in Timba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Timba was 68.68%. Male literacy was 80.21% and female literacy was 57.23%.