Bhojavadar - Umrala, Bhavnagar
Bhojavadar is a village situated in the Umrala taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Umrala and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Bhojavadar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhojavadar is 516194. The village covers a total geographical area of 1365.15 hectares and falls under the 364320 pincode. Dhola is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Bhojavadar 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 Bhojavadar
According to the 2011 Census, Bhojavadar village had a total population of 1,773 people, including 900 males and 873 females, living in 356 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.45%, with male literacy at 73.54% and female literacy at 57.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 96.
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 | 1,773 | 900 | 873 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 236 | 129 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 50 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,006 | 567 | 439 |
| Illiterate Population | 767 | 333 | 434 |
Nearby Villages of Bhojavadar
Bhojavadar 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 Bhojavadar
Bhojavadar 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 Bhojavadar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Dhola to Bhojavadar is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Bhojavadar 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 Bhojavadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhojavadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhojavadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhojavadar 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhojavadar
Where is Bhojavadar located?
Bhojavadar village is located in Umrala Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhojavadar?
Bhojavadar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhojavadar?
The pincode of Bhojavadar is 364320.
What is the population of Bhojavadar?
Bhojavadar had a total population of 1,773, including 900 males and 873 females.
How many households are there in Bhojavadar?
Bhojavadar had 356 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhojavadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhojavadar was 65.45%. Male literacy was 73.54% and female literacy was 57.31%.