Bhaguda - Mahuva, Bhavnagar
Bhaguda is a village situated in the Mahuva taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuva and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Bhaguda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhaguda is 516725. The village covers a total geographical area of 752.68 hectares and falls under the 364295 pincode. Mahuva is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Bhaguda 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 Bhaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Bhaguda village had a total population of 1,626 people, including 785 males and 841 females, living in 249 households. The sex ratio was 1,071 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.94%, with male literacy at 78.05% and female literacy at 47.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20.
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 | 1,626 | 785 | 841 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 257 | 138 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 6 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 848 | 505 | 343 |
| Illiterate Population | 778 | 280 | 498 |
Nearby Villages of Bhaguda
Bhaguda 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 Bhaguda
Bhaguda 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 | 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 Bhaguda is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Bhaguda is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhaguda 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 Bhaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhaguda 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 Bhaguda
Where is Bhaguda located?
Bhaguda village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhaguda?
Bhaguda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhaguda?
The pincode of Bhaguda is 364295.
What is the population of Bhaguda?
Bhaguda had a total population of 1,626, including 785 males and 841 females.
How many households are there in Bhaguda?
Bhaguda had 249 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhaguda was 61.94%. Male literacy was 78.05% and female literacy was 47.51%.