Bajud - Umrala, Bhavnagar
Bajud is a village situated in the Umrala taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Umrala and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Bajud village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bajud is 516224. The village covers a total geographical area of 1153.14 hectares and falls under the 364210 pincode. Umrala is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Bajud village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadhada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bajud
According to the 2011 Census, Bajud village had a total population of 3,152 people, including 1,621 males and 1,531 females, living in 644 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 85.16% and female literacy at 64.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 240.
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 | 3,152 | 1,621 | 1,531 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 332 | 179 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 240 | 124 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,115 | 1,228 | 887 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,037 | 393 | 644 |
Nearby Villages of Bajud
Bajud 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 Bajud
Bajud is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Bajud has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Umrala to Bajud is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Bajud is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bajud
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bajud village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bajud
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bajud village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bajud
Where is Bajud located?
Bajud village is located in Umrala Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bajud?
Bajud is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bajud?
The pincode of Bajud is 364210.
What is the population of Bajud?
Bajud had a total population of 3,152, including 1,621 males and 1,531 females.
How many households are there in Bajud?
Bajud had 644 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bajud?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bajud was 75.00%. Male literacy was 85.16% and female literacy was 64.37%.