Bhimanugam - Kalavad, Jamnagar
Bhimanugam is a village situated in the Kalavad taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalavad and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Jamnagar. Bhimanugam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhimanugam is 513792. The village covers a total geographical area of 668.28 hectares and falls under the 361162 pincode. Kalavad is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Bhimanugam 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 Bhimanugam
As per Census 2011, Bhimanugam village has a total population of 531 people, consisting of 282 males and 249 females. The village has 108 households and a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 310 literate and 221 illiterate residents. Additionally, 66 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhimanugam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 531 | 282 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 36 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 31 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 310 | 172 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 221 | 110 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Bhimanugam
Bhimanugam 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 Bhimanugam
Bhimanugam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kalavad to Bhimanugam is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Bhimanugam is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhimanugam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhimanugam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhimanugam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhimanugam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhimanugam
Where is Bhimanugam located?
Bhimanugam village is located in Kalavad Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhimanugam?
Bhimanugam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhimanugam?
The pincode of Bhimanugam is 361162.
What is the population of Bhimanugam?
Bhimanugam has a total population of 531, including 282 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Bhimanugam?
There are 108 households in Bhimanugam.
What is the literacy rate in Bhimanugam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhimanugam is 58.38%. Male literacy is 60.99% and female literacy is 55.42%.