Bhopalka - Kalyanpur, Devbhumi Dwarka
Bhopalka is a village situated in the Kalyanpur taluka of Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from Kalyanpur and around 95 km from Jamnagar. Bhopalka village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhopalka is 513951. The village covers a total geographical area of 1979.08 hectares and falls under the 361315 pincode. Khambhalia is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Bhopalka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dwarka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhopalka
According to the 2011 Census, Bhopalka village had a total population of 1,710 people, including 878 males and 832 females, living in 308 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.89%, with male literacy at 86.45% and female literacy at 69.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 81, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 1,710 | 878 | 832 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 213 | 118 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 42 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,166 | 657 | 509 |
| Illiterate Population | 544 | 221 | 323 |
Nearby Villages of Bhopalka
Bhopalka 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 Bhopalka
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Bhopalka.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khambhalia to Bhopalka is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Bhopalka is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhopalka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhopalka 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 Bhopalka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhopalka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhopalka
Where is Bhopalka located?
Bhopalka village is located in Kalyanpur Taluka, Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhopalka?
Bhopalka is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhopalka?
The pincode of Bhopalka is 361315.
What is the population of Bhopalka?
Bhopalka had a total population of 1,710, including 878 males and 832 females.
How many households are there in Bhopalka?
Bhopalka had 308 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhopalka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhopalka was 77.89%. Male literacy was 86.45% and female literacy was 69.06%.