Kumbhariya - Mahuva, Bhavnagar
Kumbhariya is a village situated in the Mahuva taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuva and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Kumbhariya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kumbhariya is 516700. The village covers a total geographical area of 441.49 hectares and falls under the 364145 pincode. Mahuva is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Kumbhariya 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 Kumbhariya
According to the 2011 Census, Kumbhariya village had a total population of 1,692 people, including 879 males and 813 females, living in 282 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.76%, with male literacy at 75.30% and female literacy at 53.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 215.
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 | 1,692 | 879 | 813 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 225 | 130 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 215 | 117 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 950 | 564 | 386 |
| Illiterate Population | 742 | 315 | 427 |
Nearby Villages of Kumbhariya
Kumbhariya 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 Kumbhariya
Kumbhariya is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Kumbhariya is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Kumbhariya is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kumbhariya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kumbhariya 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 Kumbhariya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kumbhariya 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 Kumbhariya
Where is Kumbhariya located?
Kumbhariya village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kumbhariya?
Kumbhariya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kumbhariya?
The pincode of Kumbhariya is 364145.
What is the population of Kumbhariya?
Kumbhariya had a total population of 1,692, including 879 males and 813 females.
How many households are there in Kumbhariya?
Kumbhariya had 282 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kumbhariya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kumbhariya was 64.76%. Male literacy was 75.30% and female literacy was 53.76%.