Bhundarakha - Palitana, Bhavnagar
Bhundarakha is a village situated in the Palitana taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palitana and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Bhundarakha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhundarakha is 516503. The village covers a total geographical area of 236.4 hectares and falls under the 364240 pincode. Palitana is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Bhundarakha 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 Bhundarakha
According to the 2011 Census, Bhundarakha village had a total population of 1,262 people, including 647 males and 615 females, living in 208 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.54%, with male literacy at 82.87% and female literacy at 49.81%.
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 | 1,262 | 647 | 615 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 104 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 714 | 450 | 264 |
| Illiterate Population | 548 | 197 | 351 |
Nearby Villages of Bhundarakha
Bhundarakha 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 Bhundarakha
Public transport in the Bhundarakha is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Bhundarakha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palitana to Bhundarakha is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Bhundarakha is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhundarakha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhundarakha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhundarakha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhundarakha 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhundarakha
Where is Bhundarakha located?
Bhundarakha village is located in Palitana Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhundarakha?
Bhundarakha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhundarakha?
The pincode of Bhundarakha is 364240.
What is the population of Bhundarakha?
Bhundarakha had a total population of 1,262, including 647 males and 615 females.
How many households are there in Bhundarakha?
Bhundarakha had 208 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhundarakha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhundarakha was 66.54%. Male literacy was 82.87% and female literacy was 49.81%.