Bambhor - Talaja, Bhavnagar
Bambhor is a village situated in the Talaja taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talaja and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Bambhor village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bambhor is 516669. The village covers a total geographical area of 210.15 hectares and falls under the 364130 pincode. Talaja is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Bambhor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talaja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bambhor
According to the 2011 Census, Bambhor village had a total population of 155 people, including 91 males and 64 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 703 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.19%, with male literacy at 74.68% and female literacy at 51.79%.
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 | 155 | 91 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 88 | 59 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 32 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Bambhor
Bambhor 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 Bambhor
Bambhor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Talaja to Bambhor is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Bambhor is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bambhor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bambhor 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 Bambhor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bambhor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bambhor
Where is Bambhor located?
Bambhor village is located in Talaja Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bambhor?
Bambhor is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bambhor?
The pincode of Bambhor is 364130.
What is the population of Bambhor?
Bambhor had a total population of 155, including 91 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Bambhor?
Bambhor had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bambhor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bambhor was 65.19%. Male literacy was 74.68% and female literacy was 51.79%.