Kumbhan - Mahuva, Bhavnagar
Kumbhan is a village situated in the Mahuva taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuva and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Kumbhan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kumbhan is 516742. The village covers a total geographical area of 1064.22 hectares and falls under the 364290 pincode. Mahuva is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Kumbhan 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 Kumbhan
As per Census 2011, Kumbhan village has a total population of 5,426 people, consisting of 2,716 males and 2,710 females. The village has 857 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 697 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,291 literate and 2,135 illiterate residents. Additionally, 51 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 38 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kumbhan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,426 | 2,716 | 2,710 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 697 | 352 | 345 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 25 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 21 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 3,291 | 1,927 | 1,364 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,135 | 789 | 1,346 |
Nearby Villages of Kumbhan
Kumbhan 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 Kumbhan
Kumbhan 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mahuva to Kumbhan is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Kumbhan 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 Kumbhan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kumbhan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kumbhan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kumbhan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kumbhan
Where is Kumbhan located?
Kumbhan village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kumbhan?
Kumbhan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kumbhan?
The pincode of Kumbhan is 364290.
What is the population of Kumbhan?
Kumbhan has a total population of 5,426, including 2,716 males and 2,710 females.
How many households are there in Kumbhan?
There are 857 households in Kumbhan.
What is the literacy rate in Kumbhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kumbhan is 60.65%. Male literacy is 70.95% and female literacy is 50.33%.