Bahi - Shehera, Panch Mahals
Bahi is a village situated in the Shehera taluka of Panch Mahals district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shehera and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Godhra. Bahi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bahi is 518471. The village covers a total geographical area of 1387.13 hectares and falls under the 389002 pincode. Godhra is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bahi
As per Census 2011, Bahi village has a total population of 3,942 people, consisting of 2,039 males and 1,903 females. The village has 835 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 504 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,829 literate and 1,113 illiterate residents. Additionally, 625 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 223 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bahi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,942 | 2,039 | 1,903 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 504 | 269 | 235 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 625 | 312 | 313 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 223 | 116 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 2,829 | 1,678 | 1,151 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,113 | 361 | 752 |
Nearby Villages of Bahi
Bahi 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 Bahi
Bahi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Godhra to Bahi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bahi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bahi 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 Bahi
Where is Bahi located?
Bahi village is located in Shehera Taluka, Panch Mahals district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bahi?
Bahi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bahi?
The pincode of Bahi is 389002.
What is the population of Bahi?
Bahi has a total population of 3,942, including 2,039 males and 1,903 females.
How many households are there in Bahi?
There are 835 households in Bahi.
What is the literacy rate in Bahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bahi is 71.77%. Male literacy is 82.30% and female literacy is 60.48%.