Beda - Jesar, Bhavnagar
Beda is a village situated in the Jesar taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 33 km from Mahuva and around 125 km from Bhavnagar. Beda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Beda is 516680. The village covers a total geographical area of 2467.81 hectares and falls under the 364280 pincode. Mahuva is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Beda 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 Beda
According to the 2011 Census, Beda village had a total population of 2,454 people, including 1,253 males and 1,201 females, living in 370 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.51%, with male literacy at 77.37% and female literacy at 46.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 33.
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 | 2,454 | 1,253 | 1,201 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 408 | 197 | 211 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 15 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,279 | 817 | 462 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,175 | 436 | 739 |
Nearby Villages of Beda
Beda 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 Beda
Public transport in the Beda is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Mahuva to Beda is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Beda is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Beda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Beda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Beda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Beda 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Beda
Where is Beda located?
Beda village is located in Jesar Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Beda?
Beda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Beda?
The pincode of Beda is 364280.
What is the population of Beda?
Beda had a total population of 2,454, including 1,253 males and 1,201 females.
How many households are there in Beda?
Beda had 370 households.
What is the literacy rate in Beda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Beda was 62.51%. Male literacy was 77.37% and female literacy was 46.67%.