Bapada - Talaja, Bhavnagar
Bapada is a village situated in the Talaja taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talaja and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Bapada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bapada is 516590. The village covers a total geographical area of 491.8 hectares and falls under the 364150 pincode. Talaja is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bapada 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 Bapada
As per Census 2011, Bapada village has a total population of 1,624 people, consisting of 830 males and 794 females. The village has 321 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 204 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,070 literate and 554 illiterate residents. Additionally, 261 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bapada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,624 | 830 | 794 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 120 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 261 | 138 | 123 |
| Literate Population | 1,070 | 630 | 440 |
| Illiterate Population | 554 | 200 | 354 |
Nearby Villages of Bapada
Bapada 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 Bapada
Bapada 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talaja to Bapada is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Bapada is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bapada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bapada 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 Bapada
Where is Bapada located?
Bapada village is located in Talaja Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bapada?
Bapada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bapada?
The pincode of Bapada is 364150.
What is the population of Bapada?
Bapada has a total population of 1,624, including 830 males and 794 females.
How many households are there in Bapada?
There are 321 households in Bapada.
What is the literacy rate in Bapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bapada is 65.89%. Male literacy is 75.90% and female literacy is 55.42%.