Bholad - Sihor, Bhavnagar
Bholad is a village situated in the Sihor taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sihor and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Bholad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bholad is 516347. The village covers a total geographical area of 457.87 hectares and falls under the 364240 pincode. Sihor is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Bholad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhavnagar Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bholad
As per Census 2011, Bholad village has a total population of 1,412 people, consisting of 736 males and 676 females. The village has 233 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 219 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 802 literate and 610 illiterate residents. Additionally, 126 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bholad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,412 | 736 | 676 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 122 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 63 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 802 | 483 | 319 |
| Illiterate Population | 610 | 253 | 357 |
Nearby Villages of Bholad
Bholad 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 Bholad
Bholad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bholad.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sihor to Bholad is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Bholad is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bholad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bholad 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bholad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bholad 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bholad
Where is Bholad located?
Bholad village is located in Sihor Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bholad?
Bholad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bholad?
The pincode of Bholad is 364240.
What is the population of Bholad?
Bholad has a total population of 1,412, including 736 males and 676 females.
How many households are there in Bholad?
There are 233 households in Bholad.
What is the literacy rate in Bholad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bholad is 56.80%. Male literacy is 65.63% and female literacy is 47.19%.