Bhalar - Talaja, Bhavnagar
Bhalar 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 60 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Bhalar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhalar is 516602. The village covers a total geographical area of 795.89 hectares and falls under the 364150 pincode. Talaja is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bhalar 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 Bhalar
As per Census 2011, Bhalar village has a total population of 1,974 people, consisting of 1,011 males and 963 females. The village has 382 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 263 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,170 literate and 804 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhalar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,974 | 1,011 | 963 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 263 | 120 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,170 | 691 | 479 |
| Illiterate Population | 804 | 320 | 484 |
Nearby Villages of Bhalar
Bhalar 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 Bhalar
Bhalar 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 Bhalar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Bhalar is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhalar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhalar 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 Bhalar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhalar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhalar
Where is Bhalar located?
Bhalar village is located in Talaja Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhalar?
Bhalar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhalar?
The pincode of Bhalar is 364150.
What is the population of Bhalar?
Bhalar has a total population of 1,974, including 1,011 males and 963 females.
How many households are there in Bhalar?
There are 382 households in Bhalar.
What is the literacy rate in Bhalar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhalar is 59.27%. Male literacy is 68.35% and female literacy is 49.74%.