Maidhar - Palitana, Bhavnagar
Maidhar is a village situated in the Palitana taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palitana and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Maidhar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maidhar is 516547. The village covers a total geographical area of 276.27 hectares and falls under the 364260 pincode. Palitana is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Maidhar 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 Maidhar
As per Census 2011, Maidhar village has a total population of 1,034 people, consisting of 546 males and 488 females. The village has 181 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 150 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 710 literate and 324 illiterate residents. Additionally, 103 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maidhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,034 | 546 | 488 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 73 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 103 | 56 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 710 | 433 | 277 |
| Illiterate Population | 324 | 113 | 211 |
Nearby Villages of Maidhar
Maidhar 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 Maidhar
Maidhar 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 Palitana to Maidhar is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Maidhar is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maidhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maidhar 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 Maidhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maidhar 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Maidhar
Where is Maidhar located?
Maidhar village is located in Palitana Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maidhar?
Maidhar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Maidhar?
The pincode of Maidhar is 364260.
What is the population of Maidhar?
Maidhar has a total population of 1,034, including 546 males and 488 females.
How many households are there in Maidhar?
There are 181 households in Maidhar.
What is the literacy rate in Maidhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maidhar is 68.67%. Male literacy is 79.30% and female literacy is 56.76%.