Bhimrana - Okhamandal, Devbhumi Dwarka
Bhimrana is a village situated in the Okhamandal taluka of Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from Dwarka and around 158 km from Jamnagar. Bhimrana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhimrana is 513447. The village covers a total geographical area of 726.39 hectares and falls under the 361345 pincode. Dwarka is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Bhimrana 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 Bhimrana
According to the 2011 Census, Bhimrana village had a total population of 4,548 people, including 2,353 males and 2,195 females, living in 866 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.97%, with male literacy at 77.90% and female literacy at 53.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 627, 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 | 4,548 | 2,353 | 2,195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 722 | 371 | 351 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 627 | 316 | 311 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,524 | 1,544 | 980 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,024 | 809 | 1,215 |
Nearby Villages of Bhimrana
Bhimrana 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 Bhimrana
Bhimrana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Bhimrana has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Dwarka to Bhimrana is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Bhimrana is about 158 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhimrana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhimrana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhimrana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhimrana 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhimrana
Where is Bhimrana located?
Bhimrana village is located in Okhamandal Taluka, Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhimrana?
Bhimrana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhimrana?
The pincode of Bhimrana is 361345.
What is the population of Bhimrana?
Bhimrana had a total population of 4,548, including 2,353 males and 2,195 females.
How many households are there in Bhimrana?
Bhimrana had 866 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhimrana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhimrana was 65.97%. Male literacy was 77.90% and female literacy was 53.15%.