Shobhavad - Talaja, Bhavnagar
Shobhavad is a village situated in the Talaja taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talaja and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Sobhavad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shobhavad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shobhavad is 516616. The village covers a total geographical area of 745.22 hectares and falls under the 364140 pincode. Talaja is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Shobhavad 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 Shobhavad
As per Census 2011, Shobhavad village has a total population of 3,654 people, consisting of 1,845 males and 1,809 females. The village has 670 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 495 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,925 literate and 1,729 illiterate residents. Additionally, 457 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shobhavad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,654 | 1,845 | 1,809 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 495 | 245 | 250 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 457 | 241 | 216 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,925 | 1,147 | 778 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,729 | 698 | 1,031 |
Nearby Villages of Shobhavad
Shobhavad 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 Shobhavad
Shobhavad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Shobhavad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talaja to Shobhavad is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Shobhavad is about 58 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 Shobhavad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shobhavad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shobhavad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shobhavad 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 Shobhavad
Where is Shobhavad located?
Shobhavad village is located in Talaja Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shobhavad?
The Gram Panchayat of Shobhavad is Sobhavad.
What is the pincode of Shobhavad?
The pincode of Shobhavad is 364140.
What is the population of Shobhavad?
Shobhavad has a total population of 3,654, including 1,845 males and 1,809 females.
How many households are there in Shobhavad?
There are 670 households in Shobhavad.
What is the literacy rate in Shobhavad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shobhavad is 52.68%. Male literacy is 62.17% and female literacy is 43.01%.