Habay - Bhuj, Kachchh
Habay is a village situated in the Bhuj taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from Bhuj, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Habaya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Habay village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Habay is 506816. The village covers a total geographical area of 1680.48 hectares and falls under the 370001 pincode. Bhuj is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Habay village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anjar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kachchh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Habay
According to the 2011 Census, Habay village had a total population of 1,293 people, including 666 males and 627 females, living in 282 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.04%, with male literacy at 85.87% and female literacy at 43.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 35.
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 | 1,293 | 666 | 627 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 229 | 128 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 692 | 462 | 230 |
| Illiterate Population | 601 | 204 | 397 |
Nearby Villages of Habay
Habay 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 Habay
Habay is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Habay has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhuj to Habay is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Habay
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Habay village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Habay
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Habay 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 Habay
Where is Habay located?
Habay village is located in Bhuj Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Habay?
The Gram Panchayat of Habay is Habaya.
What is the pincode of Habay?
The pincode of Habay is 370001.
What is the population of Habay?
Habay had a total population of 1,293, including 666 males and 627 females.
How many households are there in Habay?
Habay had 282 households.
What is the literacy rate in Habay?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Habay was 65.04%. Male literacy was 85.87% and female literacy was 43.73%.