Bhanvadiya - Jesar, Bhavnagar
Bhanvadiya is a village situated in the Jesar taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 35 km from Mahuva and around 130 km from Bhavnagar. Bhanvadiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhanvadiya is 516691. The village covers a total geographical area of 545 hectares and falls under the 364280 pincode. Mahuva is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Bhanvadiya 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 Bhanvadiya
As per Census 2011, Bhanvadiya village has a total population of 907 people, consisting of 431 males and 476 females. The village has 152 households and a sex ratio of 1,104 females per 1,000 males. There are 119 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 508 literate and 399 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhanvadiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 907 | 431 | 476 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 60 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 508 | 300 | 208 |
| Illiterate Population | 399 | 131 | 268 |
Nearby Villages of Bhanvadiya
Bhanvadiya 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 Bhanvadiya
Public transport in the Bhanvadiya 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 Bhanvadiya is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Bhanvadiya is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhanvadiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhanvadiya 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 Bhanvadiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhanvadiya 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 Bhanvadiya
Where is Bhanvadiya located?
Bhanvadiya village is located in Jesar Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhanvadiya?
Bhanvadiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhanvadiya?
The pincode of Bhanvadiya is 364280.
What is the population of Bhanvadiya?
Bhanvadiya has a total population of 907, including 431 males and 476 females.
How many households are there in Bhanvadiya?
There are 152 households in Bhanvadiya.
What is the literacy rate in Bhanvadiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhanvadiya is 56.01%. Male literacy is 69.61% and female literacy is 43.70%.