Bharudia - Bhachau, Kachchh
Bharudia is a village situated in the Bhachau taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhachau and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Bharudia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bharudia is 506633. The village covers a total geographical area of 4358.15 hectares and falls under the 370140 pincode. Bhachau is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Bharudia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rapar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kachchh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bharudia
As per Census 2011, Bharudia village has a total population of 2,451 people, consisting of 1,231 males and 1,220 females. The village has 520 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 448 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 792 literate and 1,659 illiterate residents. Additionally, 174 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bharudia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,451 | 1,231 | 1,220 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 448 | 212 | 236 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 174 | 88 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 792 | 463 | 329 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,659 | 768 | 891 |
Nearby Villages of Bharudia
Bharudia 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 Bharudia
Bharudia 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 Bhachau to Bharudia is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Bharudia is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bharudia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bharudia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bharudia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bharudia 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 Bharudia
Where is Bharudia located?
Bharudia village is located in Bhachau Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bharudia?
Bharudia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bharudia?
The pincode of Bharudia is 370140.
What is the population of Bharudia?
Bharudia has a total population of 2,451, including 1,231 males and 1,220 females.
How many households are there in Bharudia?
There are 520 households in Bharudia.
What is the literacy rate in Bharudia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bharudia is 32.31%. Male literacy is 37.61% and female literacy is 26.97%.