Bhingran - Una, Gir Somnath
Bhingran is a village situated in the Una taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 21 km from Una and around 170 km from Junagadh. Bhingran village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhingran is 515354. The village covers a total geographical area of 454.66 hectares and falls under the 362510 pincode. Una is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Bhingran village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kodinar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhingran
According to the 2011 Census, Bhingran village had a total population of 2,419 people, including 1,267 males and 1,152 females, living in 413 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.91%, with male literacy at 80.89% and female literacy at 55.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 223.
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 | 2,419 | 1,267 | 1,152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 409 | 210 | 199 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 223 | 116 | 107 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,385 | 855 | 530 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,034 | 412 | 622 |
Nearby Villages of Bhingran
Bhingran 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 Bhingran
Bhingran 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 Una to Bhingran is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Bhingran is about 170 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhingran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhingran village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhingran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhingran village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhingran
Where is Bhingran located?
Bhingran village is located in Una Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhingran?
Bhingran is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhingran?
The pincode of Bhingran is 362510.
What is the population of Bhingran?
Bhingran had a total population of 2,419, including 1,267 males and 1,152 females.
How many households are there in Bhingran?
Bhingran had 413 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhingran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhingran was 68.91%. Male literacy was 80.89% and female literacy was 55.61%.