May - Bhachau, Kachchh
May is a village situated in the Bhachau taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhachau and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. May village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of May is 506645. The village covers a total geographical area of 4306.5 hectares and falls under the 370140 pincode. Bhachau is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
May village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gandhidham Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kachchh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of May
As per Census 2011, May village has a total population of 2,523 people, consisting of 1,333 males and 1,190 females. The village has 545 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 460 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,192 literate and 1,331 illiterate residents. Additionally, 265 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for May are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,523 | 1,333 | 1,190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 460 | 256 | 204 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 265 | 139 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,192 | 749 | 443 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,331 | 584 | 747 |
Nearby Villages of May
May 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 May
May is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of May.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhachau to May is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to May is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in May
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for May 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 May
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving May 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about May
Where is May located?
May village is located in Bhachau Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of May?
May is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of May?
The pincode of May is 370140.
What is the population of May?
May has a total population of 2,523, including 1,333 males and 1,190 females.
How many households are there in May?
There are 545 households in May.
What is the literacy rate in May?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of May is 47.25%. Male literacy is 56.19% and female literacy is 37.23%.