Monpur - Vallabhipur, Bhavnagar
Monpur is a village situated in the Vallabhipur taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vallabhipur and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Monpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Monpur is 516081. The village covers a total geographical area of 5935.25 hectares and falls under the 364313 pincode. Vallabhipur is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Monpur 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 Monpur
As per Census 2011, Monpur village has a total population of 2,641 people, consisting of 1,343 males and 1,298 females. The village has 515 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 318 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,585 literate and 1,056 illiterate residents. Additionally, 157 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Monpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,641 | 1,343 | 1,298 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 318 | 175 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 157 | 87 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 1,585 | 943 | 642 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,056 | 400 | 656 |
Nearby Villages of Monpur
Monpur 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 Monpur
Public transport in the Monpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vallabhipur to Monpur is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Monpur 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 Monpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Monpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Monpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Monpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Monpur
Where is Monpur located?
Monpur village is located in Vallabhipur Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Monpur?
Monpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Monpur?
The pincode of Monpur is 364313.
What is the population of Monpur?
Monpur has a total population of 2,641, including 1,343 males and 1,298 females.
How many households are there in Monpur?
There are 515 households in Monpur.
What is the literacy rate in Monpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Monpur is 60.02%. Male literacy is 70.22% and female literacy is 49.46%.