Timbi - Umrala, Bhavnagar
Timbi is a village situated in the Umrala taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Umrala and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Timbi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Timbi is 516207. The village covers a total geographical area of 915.52 hectares and falls under the 364320 pincode. Dhola is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Timbi 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 Timbi
As per Census 2011, Timbi village has a total population of 2,640 people, consisting of 1,377 males and 1,263 females. The village has 529 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 270 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,865 literate and 775 illiterate residents. Additionally, 266 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Timbi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,640 | 1,377 | 1,263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 270 | 162 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 266 | 141 | 125 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,865 | 1,068 | 797 |
| Illiterate Population | 775 | 309 | 466 |
Nearby Villages of Timbi
Timbi 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 Timbi
Public transport in the Timbi is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Timbi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhola to Timbi is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Timbi is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Timbi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Timbi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Timbi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Timbi 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 Timbi
Where is Timbi located?
Timbi village is located in Umrala Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Timbi?
Timbi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Timbi?
The pincode of Timbi is 364320.
What is the population of Timbi?
Timbi has a total population of 2,640, including 1,377 males and 1,263 females.
How many households are there in Timbi?
There are 529 households in Timbi.
What is the literacy rate in Timbi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Timbi is 70.64%. Male literacy is 77.56% and female literacy is 63.10%.