Bavdidad - Jamjodhpur, Jamnagar
Bavdidad is a village situated in the Jamjodhpur taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamjodhapur and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Jamnagar. Bavdidad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bavdidad is 514108. The village covers a total geographical area of 1789.58 hectares and falls under the 360520 pincode. Jamjodhpur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Bavdidad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jamjodhpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bavdidad
According to the 2011 Census, Bavdidad village had a total population of 807 people, including 375 males and 432 females, living in 177 households. The sex ratio was 1,152 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.99%, with male literacy at 82.37% and female literacy at 66.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 55, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 807 | 375 | 432 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 46 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 23 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 515 | 271 | 244 |
| Illiterate Population | 292 | 104 | 188 |
Nearby Villages of Bavdidad
Bavdidad 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 Bavdidad
Bavdidad 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jamjodhpur to Bavdidad is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Bavdidad is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bavdidad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bavdidad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bavdidad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bavdidad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bavdidad
Where is Bavdidad located?
Bavdidad village is located in Jamjodhpur Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bavdidad?
Bavdidad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bavdidad?
The pincode of Bavdidad is 360520.
What is the population of Bavdidad?
Bavdidad had a total population of 807, including 375 males and 432 females.
How many households are there in Bavdidad?
Bavdidad had 177 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bavdidad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bavdidad was 73.99%. Male literacy was 82.37% and female literacy was 66.49%.