Bahiyel - Dehgam, Gandhinagar
Bahiyel is a village situated in the Dehgam taluka of Gandhinagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dehgam and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Gandhinagar. Bahiyal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bahiyel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bahiyel is 511387. The village covers a total geographical area of 1200.24 hectares and falls under the 382308 pincode. Dehgam is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Bahiyel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bahiyel
As per Census 2011, Bahiyel village has a total population of 10,575 people, consisting of 5,333 males and 5,242 females. The village has 1,974 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,592 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,845 literate and 3,730 illiterate residents. Additionally, 99 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bahiyel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,575 | 5,333 | 5,242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,592 | 811 | 781 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 48 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 6,845 | 3,898 | 2,947 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,730 | 1,435 | 2,295 |
Nearby Villages of Bahiyel
Bahiyel 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 Bahiyel
Bahiyel is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Bahiyel.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dehgam to Bahiyel is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gandhinagar to Bahiyel is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bahiyel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bahiyel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bahiyel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bahiyel 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 Bahiyel
Where is Bahiyel located?
Bahiyel village is located in Dehgam Taluka, Gandhinagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bahiyel?
The Gram Panchayat of Bahiyel is Bahiyal.
What is the pincode of Bahiyel?
The pincode of Bahiyel is 382308.
What is the population of Bahiyel?
Bahiyel has a total population of 10,575, including 5,333 males and 5,242 females.
How many households are there in Bahiyel?
There are 1,974 households in Bahiyel.
What is the literacy rate in Bahiyel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bahiyel is 64.73%. Male literacy is 73.09% and female literacy is 56.22%.