Bhensdad - Dhrol, Jamnagar
Bhensdad is a village situated in the Dhrol taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhrol and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Jamnagar. Bhensdad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhensdad is 513733. The village covers a total geographical area of 2027.22 hectares and falls under the 361220 pincode. Dhrol is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Bhensdad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalavad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhensdad
According to the 2011 Census, Bhensdad village had a total population of 1,466 people, including 730 males and 736 females, living in 305 households. The sex ratio was 1,008 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.97%, with male literacy at 81.91% and female literacy at 64.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 89.
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 | 1,466 | 730 | 736 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 72 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 43 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 969 | 539 | 430 |
| Illiterate Population | 497 | 191 | 306 |
Nearby Villages of Bhensdad
Bhensdad 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 Bhensdad
Bhensdad 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 Dhrol to Bhensdad is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Bhensdad is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhensdad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhensdad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhensdad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhensdad 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhensdad
Where is Bhensdad located?
Bhensdad village is located in Dhrol Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhensdad?
Bhensdad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhensdad?
The pincode of Bhensdad is 361220.
What is the population of Bhensdad?
Bhensdad had a total population of 1,466, including 730 males and 736 females.
How many households are there in Bhensdad?
Bhensdad had 305 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhensdad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhensdad was 72.97%. Male literacy was 81.91% and female literacy was 64.18%.