Bamanvada - Mangrol, Junagadh
Bamanvada is a village situated in the Mangrol taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mangrol and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Bamanvada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bamanvada is 514796. The village covers a total geographical area of 506.5 hectares and falls under the 362240 pincode. Mangrol is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Bamanvada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Keshod Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bamanvada
According to the 2011 Census, Bamanvada village had a total population of 2,041 people, including 1,068 males and 973 females, living in 400 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.66%, with male literacy at 83.21% and female literacy at 63.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 348, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 46.
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 | 2,041 | 1,068 | 973 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 109 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 348 | 183 | 165 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 46 | 22 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 1,370 | 798 | 572 |
| Illiterate Population | 671 | 270 | 401 |
Nearby Villages of Bamanvada
Bamanvada 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 Bamanvada
Public transport in the Bamanvada 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 Mangrol to Bamanvada is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Bamanvada is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bamanvada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bamanvada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bamanvada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bamanvada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bamanvada
Where is Bamanvada located?
Bamanvada village is located in Mangrol Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bamanvada?
Bamanvada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bamanvada?
The pincode of Bamanvada is 362240.
What is the population of Bamanvada?
Bamanvada had a total population of 2,041, including 1,068 males and 973 females.
How many households are there in Bamanvada?
Bamanvada had 400 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bamanvada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bamanvada was 73.66%. Male literacy was 83.21% and female literacy was 63.49%.