Bhalada - Matar, Kheda
Bhalada is a village situated in the Matar taluka of Kheda district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Matar and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Nadiad. Bhalada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhalada is 517572. The village covers a total geographical area of 1287.81 hectares and falls under the 387240 pincode. Sojitra is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Bhalada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Matar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kheda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhalada
As per Census 2011, Bhalada village has a total population of 6,640 people, consisting of 3,519 males and 3,121 females. The village has 1,376 households and a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males. There are 825 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,431 literate and 2,209 illiterate residents. Additionally, 275 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 25 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhalada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,640 | 3,519 | 3,121 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 825 | 431 | 394 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 275 | 134 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 17 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 4,431 | 2,724 | 1,707 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,209 | 795 | 1,414 |
Nearby Villages of Bhalada
Bhalada 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 Bhalada
Public transport in the Bhalada 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 Sojitra to Bhalada is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nadiad to Bhalada is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhalada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhalada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhalada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhalada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhalada
Where is Bhalada located?
Bhalada village is located in Matar Taluka, Kheda district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhalada?
Bhalada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhalada?
The pincode of Bhalada is 387240.
What is the population of Bhalada?
Bhalada has a total population of 6,640, including 3,519 males and 3,121 females.
How many households are there in Bhalada?
There are 1,376 households in Bhalada.
What is the literacy rate in Bhalada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhalada is 66.73%. Male literacy is 77.41% and female literacy is 54.69%.