Bagdana - Mahuva, Bhavnagar
Bagdana is a village situated in the Mahuva taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuva and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Bagdana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bagdana is 516694. The village covers a total geographical area of 1179.73 hectares and falls under the 364145 pincode. Talaja is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Bagdana 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 Bagdana
As per Census 2011, Bagdana village has a total population of 6,764 people, consisting of 3,469 males and 3,295 females. The village has 1,207 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 933 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,208 literate and 2,556 illiterate residents. Additionally, 191 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bagdana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,764 | 3,469 | 3,295 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 933 | 515 | 418 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 191 | 93 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 4,208 | 2,487 | 1,721 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,556 | 982 | 1,574 |
Nearby Villages of Bagdana
Bagdana 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 Bagdana
Bagdana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talaja to Bagdana is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Bagdana is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bagdana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bagdana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bagdana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bagdana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bagdana
Where is Bagdana located?
Bagdana village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bagdana?
Bagdana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bagdana?
The pincode of Bagdana is 364145.
What is the population of Bagdana?
Bagdana has a total population of 6,764, including 3,469 males and 3,295 females.
How many households are there in Bagdana?
There are 1,207 households in Bagdana.
What is the literacy rate in Bagdana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bagdana is 62.21%. Male literacy is 71.69% and female literacy is 52.23%.