Bahadurpur - Palitana, Bhavnagar
Bahadurpur is a village situated in the Palitana taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palitana and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Bahadurpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bahadurpur is 516478. The village covers a total geographical area of 586.61 hectares and falls under the 364270 pincode. Palitana is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Bahadurpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palitana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bahadurpur
According to the 2011 Census, Bahadurpur village had a total population of 1,466 people, including 703 males and 763 females, living in 323 households. The sex ratio was 1,085 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.05%, with male literacy at 85.94% and female literacy at 66.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 141.
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 | 1,466 | 703 | 763 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 56 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 141 | 70 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,016 | 556 | 460 |
| Illiterate Population | 450 | 147 | 303 |
Nearby Villages of Bahadurpur
Bahadurpur 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 Bahadurpur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Bahadurpur. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bahadurpur.
| 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 Palitana to Bahadurpur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Bahadurpur is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bahadurpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bahadurpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bahadurpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bahadurpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bahadurpur
Where is Bahadurpur located?
Bahadurpur village is located in Palitana Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bahadurpur?
Bahadurpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bahadurpur?
The pincode of Bahadurpur is 364270.
What is the population of Bahadurpur?
Bahadurpur had a total population of 1,466, including 703 males and 763 females.
How many households are there in Bahadurpur?
Bahadurpur had 323 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bahadurpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bahadurpur was 76.05%. Male literacy was 85.94% and female literacy was 66.76%.