Bhalgam - Visavadar, Junagadh
Bhalgam is a village situated in the Visavadar taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Visavadar and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Bhalgam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhalgam is 514586. The village covers a total geographical area of 2274.23 hectares and falls under the 362110 pincode. Bagasara is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Bhalgam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Visavadar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhalgam
According to the 2011 Census, Bhalgam village had a total population of 3,780 people, including 1,924 males and 1,856 females, living in 841 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.20%, with male literacy at 80.87% and female literacy at 65.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 571.
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 | 3,780 | 1,924 | 1,856 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 329 | 178 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 571 | 291 | 280 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,526 | 1,412 | 1,114 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,254 | 512 | 742 |
Nearby Villages of Bhalgam
Bhalgam 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 Bhalgam
Public transport in the Bhalgam 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 Bagasara to Bhalgam is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Bhalgam is about 60 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 Bhalgam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhalgam 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 Bhalgam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhalgam 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 Bhalgam
Where is Bhalgam located?
Bhalgam village is located in Visavadar Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhalgam?
Bhalgam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhalgam?
The pincode of Bhalgam is 362110.
What is the population of Bhalgam?
Bhalgam had a total population of 3,780, including 1,924 males and 1,856 females.
How many households are there in Bhalgam?
Bhalgam had 841 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhalgam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhalgam was 73.20%. Male literacy was 80.87% and female literacy was 65.34%.