Bhandar - Ghogha, Bhavnagar
Bhandar is a village situated in the Ghogha taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghogha and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Bhandar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhandar is 516287. The village covers a total geographical area of 470.2 hectares and falls under the 364060 pincode. Vartej is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Bhandar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhavnagar Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhandar
As per Census 2011, Bhandar village has a total population of 1,011 people, consisting of 530 males and 481 females. The village has 176 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 152 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 628 literate and 383 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhandar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,011 | 530 | 481 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 80 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 628 | 371 | 257 |
| Illiterate Population | 383 | 159 | 224 |
Nearby Villages of Bhandar
Bhandar 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 Bhandar
Public transport in the Bhandar 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 Vartej to Bhandar is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Bhandar is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhandar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhandar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhandar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhandar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhandar
Where is Bhandar located?
Bhandar village is located in Ghogha Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhandar?
Bhandar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhandar?
The pincode of Bhandar is 364060.
What is the population of Bhandar?
Bhandar has a total population of 1,011, including 530 males and 481 females.
How many households are there in Bhandar?
There are 176 households in Bhandar.
What is the literacy rate in Bhandar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhandar is 62.12%. Male literacy is 70.00% and female literacy is 53.43%.