Bhandar
Bhandar is a village located in Ghogha taluka of Bhavnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Ghogha (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Bhavnagar. As per 2009 stats, Bhinkada is the gram panchayat of Bhandar village.
Bhandar has its own place in the vibrant Bhavnagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Bhandar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bhandar is 516287. The village spans a total geographical area of 470.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 364060. Vartej is nearest town to Bhandar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Bhandar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhavnagar Rural Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Bhandar
Population of Bhandar
Below is a concise population overview of Bhandar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,011 | 530 | 481 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 80 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 628 | 371 | 257 |
| Illiterate Population | 383 | 159 | 224 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bhandar village:
- The total population of Bhandar village is around 1,011, including approximately 530 males and 481 females, with a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 152 children aged 0–6 years in Bhandar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- The literacy rate of Bhandar village is about 62.12%, with male literacy at 70.00% and female literacy at 53.43%.
- There are around 176 households in Bhandar village.
Connectivity of Bhandar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bhandar. As per the 2011 stats, Bhandar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bhandar
Knowing the nearby villages of Bhandar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bhandar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bhandar
- Where is Bhandar located?
- Bhandar village is situated in Ghogha Taluka, within the Bhavnagar district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bhandar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bhandar is Bhinkada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bhandar?
- The pincode of Bhandar is 364060, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bhandar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhandar is 1,011, with 530 males and 481 females.
- How many households are there in Bhandar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bhandar village has a total of 176 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bhandar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhandar is 62.12%. The male literacy rate is 70.00%, while the female literacy rate is 53.43%.