Bharidia (Bhutakia) - Rapar, Kachchh
Bharidia (Bhutakia) is a village situated in the Rapar taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rapar and around 170 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Bharidia (Bhutakia) village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bharidia (Bhutakia) is 506571. The village covers a total geographical area of 2777.23 hectares and falls under the 370155 pincode. Rapar is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Bharidia (Bhutakia) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bharidia (Bhutakia)
According to the 2011 Census, Bharidia (Bhutakia) village had a total population of 2,571 people, including 1,293 males and 1,278 females, living in 494 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.23%, with male literacy at 62.64% and female literacy at 39.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 351, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 2,571 | 1,293 | 1,278 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 424 | 217 | 207 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 351 | 181 | 170 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,100 | 674 | 426 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,471 | 619 | 852 |
Nearby Villages of Bharidia (Bhutakia)
Bharidia (Bhutakia) 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 Bharidia (Bhutakia)
Public transport in the Bharidia (Bhutakia) is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Rapar to Bharidia (Bhutakia) is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Bharidia (Bhutakia) is about 170 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bharidia (Bhutakia)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bharidia (Bhutakia) 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 Bharidia (Bhutakia)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bharidia (Bhutakia) 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bharidia (Bhutakia)
Where is Bharidia (Bhutakia) located?
Bharidia (Bhutakia) village is located in Rapar Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bharidia (Bhutakia)?
Bharidia (Bhutakia) is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bharidia (Bhutakia)?
The pincode of Bharidia (Bhutakia) is 370155.
What is the population of Bharidia (Bhutakia)?
Bharidia (Bhutakia) had a total population of 2,571, including 1,293 males and 1,278 females.
How many households are there in Bharidia (Bhutakia)?
Bharidia (Bhutakia) had 494 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bharidia (Bhutakia)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bharidia (Bhutakia) was 51.23%. Male literacy was 62.64% and female literacy was 39.78%.