Bhimdad - Gadhada, Botad
Bhimdad is a village situated in the Gadhada taluka of Botad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from Gadhada and around 90 km from Bhavnagar. Bhimdad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhimdad is 516116. The village covers a total geographical area of 3542.11 hectares and falls under the 364710 pincode. Gadhada is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Bhimdad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Botad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhimdad
As per Census 2011, Bhimdad village has a total population of 6,472 people, consisting of 3,312 males and 3,160 females. The village has 1,152 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 929 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,727 literate and 2,745 illiterate residents. Additionally, 489 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhimdad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,472 | 3,312 | 3,160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 929 | 491 | 438 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 489 | 256 | 233 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 3,727 | 2,180 | 1,547 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,745 | 1,132 | 1,613 |
Nearby Villages of Bhimdad
Bhimdad 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 Bhimdad
Bhimdad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bhimdad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadhada to Bhimdad is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Bhimdad is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhimdad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhimdad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhimdad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhimdad 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Bhimdad
Where is Bhimdad located?
Bhimdad village is located in Gadhada Taluka, Botad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhimdad?
Bhimdad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhimdad?
The pincode of Bhimdad is 364710.
What is the population of Bhimdad?
Bhimdad has a total population of 6,472, including 3,312 males and 3,160 females.
How many households are there in Bhimdad?
There are 1,152 households in Bhimdad.
What is the literacy rate in Bhimdad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhimdad is 57.59%. Male literacy is 65.82% and female literacy is 48.96%.