Bholad
Bholad is a village located in Sihor taluka of Bhavnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Sihor (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Bhavnagar. As per 2009 stats, Bholad village is also a gram panchayat.
Bholad has its own place in the vibrant Bhavnagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Bholad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bholad is 516347. The village spans a total geographical area of 457.87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 364240. Sihor is nearest town to Bholad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
When it comes to local governance, Bholad village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhavnagar Rural Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Bholad
Population of Bholad
Below is a concise population overview of Bholad as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,412 | 736 | 676 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 122 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 63 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 802 | 483 | 319 |
| Illiterate Population | 610 | 253 | 357 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bholad village:
- The total population of Bholad village is around 1,412, including approximately 736 males and 676 females, with a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 219 children aged 0–6 years in Bholad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Bholad village has 126 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Bholad village is about 56.80%, with male literacy at 65.63% and female literacy at 47.19%.
- There are around 233 households in Bholad village.
Connectivity of Bholad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bholad. As per the 2011 stats, Bholad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bholad
Knowing the nearby villages of Bholad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bholad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bholad
- Where is Bholad located?
- Bholad village is situated in Sihor Taluka, within the Bhavnagar district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bholad?
- Bholad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bholad?
- The pincode of Bholad is 364240, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bholad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bholad is 1,412, with 736 males and 676 females.
- How many households are there in Bholad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bholad village has a total of 233 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bholad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bholad is 56.80%. The male literacy rate is 65.63%, while the female literacy rate is 47.19%.