Royal - Talaja, Bhavnagar
Royal is a village situated in the Talaja taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talaja and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Royal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Royal is 516601. The village covers a total geographical area of 650.39 hectares and falls under the 364150 pincode. Talaja is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Royal 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 Royal
As per Census 2011, Royal village has a total population of 2,955 people, consisting of 1,470 males and 1,485 females. The village has 540 households and a sex ratio of 1,010 females per 1,000 males. There are 373 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,782 literate and 1,173 illiterate residents. Additionally, 113 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Royal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,955 | 1,470 | 1,485 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 373 | 186 | 187 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 113 | 54 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 1,782 | 1,045 | 737 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,173 | 425 | 748 |
Nearby Villages of Royal
Royal 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 Royal
Royal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talaja to Royal is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Royal is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Royal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Royal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Royal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Royal 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 Royal
Where is Royal located?
Royal village is located in Talaja Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Royal?
Royal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Royal?
The pincode of Royal is 364150.
What is the population of Royal?
Royal has a total population of 2,955, including 1,470 males and 1,485 females.
How many households are there in Royal?
There are 540 households in Royal.
What is the literacy rate in Royal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Royal is 60.30%. Male literacy is 71.09% and female literacy is 49.63%.