Bambhaniya - Mahuva, Bhavnagar
Bambhaniya is a village situated in the Mahuva taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuva and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Bambhaniya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bambhaniya is 516739. The village covers a total geographical area of 774.28 hectares and falls under the 364280 pincode. Mahuva is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Bambhaniya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahuva Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bambhaniya
As per Census 2011, Bambhaniya village has a total population of 1,902 people, consisting of 965 males and 937 females. The village has 314 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 317 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,118 literate and 784 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bambhaniya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,902 | 965 | 937 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 317 | 169 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,118 | 652 | 466 |
| Illiterate Population | 784 | 313 | 471 |
Nearby Villages of Bambhaniya
Bambhaniya 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 Bambhaniya
Bambhaniya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bambhaniya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mahuva to Bambhaniya is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Bambhaniya is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bambhaniya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bambhaniya 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 Bambhaniya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bambhaniya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bambhaniya
Where is Bambhaniya located?
Bambhaniya village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bambhaniya?
Bambhaniya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bambhaniya?
The pincode of Bambhaniya is 364280.
What is the population of Bambhaniya?
Bambhaniya has a total population of 1,902, including 965 males and 937 females.
How many households are there in Bambhaniya?
There are 314 households in Bambhaniya.
What is the literacy rate in Bambhaniya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bambhaniya is 58.78%. Male literacy is 67.56% and female literacy is 49.73%.