Bhinda - Khambhalia, Devbhumi Dwarka
Bhinda is a village situated in the Khambhalia taluka of Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 19 km from Khambhalia and around 73 km from Jamnagar. Bhinda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhinda is 513552. The village covers a total geographical area of 1707.3 hectares and falls under the 361306 pincode. Khambhalia is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Bhinda 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 Bhinda
As per Census 2011, Bhinda village has a total population of 2,296 people, consisting of 1,139 males and 1,157 females. The village has 403 households and a sex ratio of 1,015 females per 1,000 males. There are 286 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,355 literate and 941 illiterate residents. Additionally, 101 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhinda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,296 | 1,139 | 1,157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 286 | 157 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 51 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,355 | 782 | 573 |
| Illiterate Population | 941 | 357 | 584 |
Nearby Villages of Bhinda
Bhinda 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 Bhinda
Bhinda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Bhinda has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khambhalia to Bhinda is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Bhinda is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhinda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhinda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhinda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhinda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bhinda
Where is Bhinda located?
Bhinda village is located in Khambhalia Taluka, Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhinda?
Bhinda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhinda?
The pincode of Bhinda is 361306.
What is the population of Bhinda?
Bhinda has a total population of 2,296, including 1,139 males and 1,157 females.
How many households are there in Bhinda?
There are 403 households in Bhinda.
What is the literacy rate in Bhinda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhinda is 59.02%. Male literacy is 68.66% and female literacy is 49.52%.