Bada - Mandvi, Kachchh
Bada is a village situated in the Mandvi taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mandvi and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Bada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bada is 507244. The village covers a total geographical area of 3725.45 hectares and falls under the 370475 pincode. Mandvi is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Bada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bada
As per Census 2011, Bada village has a total population of 2,719 people, consisting of 1,369 males and 1,350 females. The village has 592 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 436 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,446 literate and 1,273 illiterate residents. Additionally, 453 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 458 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,719 | 1,369 | 1,350 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 436 | 224 | 212 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 453 | 226 | 227 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 458 | 237 | 221 |
| Literate Population | 1,446 | 855 | 591 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,273 | 514 | 759 |
Nearby Villages of Bada
Bada 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 Bada
Public transport in the Bada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Mandvi to Bada is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Bada is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bada
Where is Bada located?
Bada village is located in Mandvi Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bada?
Bada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bada?
The pincode of Bada is 370475.
What is the population of Bada?
Bada has a total population of 2,719, including 1,369 males and 1,350 females.
How many households are there in Bada?
There are 592 households in Bada.
What is the literacy rate in Bada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bada is 53.18%. Male literacy is 62.45% and female literacy is 43.78%.