Bhadraval - Talaja, Bhavnagar
Bhadraval is a village situated in the Talaja taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talaja and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Bhadraval village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhadraval is 516566. The village covers a total geographical area of 1542.1 hectares and falls under the 364150 pincode. Talaja is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Bhadraval 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 Bhadraval
As per Census 2011, Bhadraval village has a total population of 5,062 people, consisting of 2,575 males and 2,487 females. The village has 886 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 679 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,929 literate and 2,133 illiterate residents. Additionally, 281 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhadraval are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,062 | 2,575 | 2,487 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 679 | 394 | 285 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 281 | 147 | 134 |
| Literate Population | 2,929 | 1,698 | 1,231 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,133 | 877 | 1,256 |
Nearby Villages of Bhadraval
Bhadraval 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 Bhadraval
Public transport in the Bhadraval is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Bhadraval is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Bhadraval is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhadraval
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhadraval 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 Bhadraval
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhadraval 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bhadraval
Where is Bhadraval located?
Bhadraval village is located in Talaja Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhadraval?
Bhadraval is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhadraval?
The pincode of Bhadraval is 364150.
What is the population of Bhadraval?
Bhadraval has a total population of 5,062, including 2,575 males and 2,487 females.
How many households are there in Bhadraval?
There are 886 households in Bhadraval.
What is the literacy rate in Bhadraval?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhadraval is 57.86%. Male literacy is 65.94% and female literacy is 49.50%.