Bharana
Bharana is a village located in Khambhalia taluka of Jamnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Khambhalia (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Jamnagar. As per 2009 stats, Bharana village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bharana unique in its vibrant Khambhalia-Jamnagar region. You’ll see Bharana’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Bharana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bharana is 513498. The village spans a total geographical area of 1849.81 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 361010. Khambhalia is nearest town to Bharana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
When it comes to local governance, Bharana village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Khambhalia Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Bharana
Population of Bharana
According to the 2011 Census, Bharana has a total population of about 5,287, with approximately 2,705 males and 2,582 females. The sex ratio is around 954 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 832 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 137 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.69%, with male literacy at about 61.11% and female literacy near 39.78%. There are around 899 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bharana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,287 | 2,705 | 2,582 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 832 | 438 | 394 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 137 | 71 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,680 | 1,653 | 1,027 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,607 | 1,052 | 1,555 |
Connectivity of Bharana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bharana. As per the 2011 stats, Bharana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bharana
Knowing the nearby villages of Bharana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bharana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bharana
- Where is Bharana located?
- Bharana village is situated in Khambhalia Taluka, within the Jamnagar district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bharana?
- Bharana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bharana?
- The pincode of Bharana is 361010, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bharana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bharana is 5,287, with 2,705 males and 2,582 females.
- How many households are there in Bharana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bharana village has a total of 899 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bharana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bharana is 50.69%. The male literacy rate is 61.11%, while the female literacy rate is 39.78%.