Bharana - Khambhalia, Devbhumi Dwarka
Bharana is a village situated in the Khambhalia taluka of Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 23 km from Khambhalia and around 50 km from Jamnagar. Bharana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bharana is 513498. The village covers a total geographical area of 1849.81 hectares and falls under the 361010 pincode. Khambhalia is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Bharana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khambhalia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bharana
According to the 2011 Census, Bharana village had a total population of 5,287 people, including 2,705 males and 2,582 females, living in 899 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.16%, with male literacy at 72.92% and female literacy at 46.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 137.
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 | 5,287 | 2,705 | 2,582 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 832 | 438 | 394 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 137 | 71 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,680 | 1,653 | 1,027 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,607 | 1,052 | 1,555 |
Nearby Villages of Bharana
Bharana 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 Bharana
Bharana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Bharana is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Bharana is about 50 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 Bharana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bharana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bharana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bharana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bharana
Where is Bharana located?
Bharana village is located in Khambhalia Taluka, Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bharana?
Bharana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bharana?
The pincode of Bharana is 361010.
What is the population of Bharana?
Bharana had a total population of 5,287, including 2,705 males and 2,582 females.
How many households are there in Bharana?
Bharana had 899 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bharana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bharana was 60.16%. Male literacy was 72.92% and female literacy was 46.94%.