Bhikada - Ghogha, Bhavnagar
Bhikada is a village situated in the Ghogha taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghogha and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Bhinkada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhikada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhikada is 516288. The village covers a total geographical area of 1310.57 hectares and falls under the 364002 pincode. Bhavnagar is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Bhikada 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 Bhikada
As per Census 2011, Bhikada village has a total population of 2,415 people, consisting of 1,293 males and 1,122 females. The village has 442 households and a sex ratio of 867 females per 1,000 males. There are 312 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,725 literate and 690 illiterate residents. Additionally, 143 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 44 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhikada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,415 | 1,293 | 1,122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 312 | 169 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 143 | 81 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 24 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 1,725 | 984 | 741 |
| Illiterate Population | 690 | 309 | 381 |
Nearby Villages of Bhikada
Bhikada 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 Bhikada
Public transport in the Bhikada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhavnagar to Bhikada is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhikada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhikada 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 Bhikada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhikada 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 Bhikada
Where is Bhikada located?
Bhikada village is located in Ghogha Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhikada?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhikada is Bhinkada.
What is the pincode of Bhikada?
The pincode of Bhikada is 364002.
What is the population of Bhikada?
Bhikada has a total population of 2,415, including 1,293 males and 1,122 females.
How many households are there in Bhikada?
There are 442 households in Bhikada.
What is the literacy rate in Bhikada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhikada is 71.43%. Male literacy is 76.10% and female literacy is 66.04%.