Bhadrod - Mahuva, Bhavnagar
Bhadrod is a village situated in the Mahuva taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuva and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Bhadrod village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhadrod is 516758. The village covers a total geographical area of 2441.21 hectares and falls under the 364295 pincode. Mahuva is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Bhadrod 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 Bhadrod
As per Census 2011, Bhadrod village has a total population of 9,601 people, consisting of 4,820 males and 4,781 females. The village has 1,523 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,434 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,700 literate and 3,901 illiterate residents. Additionally, 681 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 26 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhadrod are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,601 | 4,820 | 4,781 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,434 | 730 | 704 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 681 | 354 | 327 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 5,700 | 3,366 | 2,334 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,901 | 1,454 | 2,447 |
Nearby Villages of Bhadrod
Bhadrod 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 Bhadrod
Bhadrod is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Bhadrod.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mahuva to Bhadrod is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Bhadrod is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhadrod
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhadrod village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhadrod
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhadrod village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bhadrod
Where is Bhadrod located?
Bhadrod village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhadrod?
Bhadrod is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhadrod?
The pincode of Bhadrod is 364295.
What is the population of Bhadrod?
Bhadrod has a total population of 9,601, including 4,820 males and 4,781 females.
How many households are there in Bhadrod?
There are 1,523 households in Bhadrod.
What is the literacy rate in Bhadrod?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhadrod is 59.37%. Male literacy is 69.83% and female literacy is 48.82%.