Bhanpur - Lunawada, Mahisagar
Bhanpur is a village situated in the Lunawada taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from Lunawada and around 49 km from Godhra. Bhanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhanpur is 518319. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.14 hectares and falls under the 389230 pincode. Lunawada is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Bhanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lunawada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Panchmahal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Bhanpur village had a total population of 190 people, including 96 males and 94 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.56%, with male literacy at 95.70% and female literacy at 85.06%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11.
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 | 190 | 96 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 163 | 89 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 7 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Bhanpur
Bhanpur 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 Bhanpur
Bhanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lunawada to Bhanpur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Bhanpur is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhanpur 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 Bhanpur
Where is Bhanpur located?
Bhanpur village is located in Lunawada Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhanpur?
Bhanpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhanpur?
The pincode of Bhanpur is 389230.
What is the population of Bhanpur?
Bhanpur had a total population of 190, including 96 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Bhanpur?
Bhanpur had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhanpur was 90.56%. Male literacy was 95.70% and female literacy was 85.06%.