Bhungar - Talaja, Bhavnagar
Bhungar is a village situated in the Talaja taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talaja and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Bhungar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhungar is 516650. The village covers a total geographical area of 519.13 hectares and falls under the 364130 pincode. Talaja is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Bhungar 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 Bhungar
According to the 2011 Census, Bhungar village had a total population of 627 people, including 326 males and 301 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.85%, with male literacy at 95.59% and female literacy at 50.40%.
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 | 627 | 326 | 301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 54 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 387 | 260 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 240 | 66 | 174 |
Nearby Villages of Bhungar
Bhungar 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 Bhungar
Bhungar 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 Bhungar is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Bhungar is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhungar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhungar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhungar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhungar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhungar
Where is Bhungar located?
Bhungar village is located in Talaja Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhungar?
Bhungar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhungar?
The pincode of Bhungar is 364130.
What is the population of Bhungar?
Bhungar had a total population of 627, including 326 males and 301 females.
How many households are there in Bhungar?
Bhungar had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhungar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhungar was 73.85%. Male literacy was 95.59% and female literacy was 50.40%.