Bhadrada - Sami, Patan
Bhadrada is a village situated in the Sami taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sami and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Patan. Bhadrada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhadrada is 508998. The village covers a total geographical area of 2045.93 hectares and falls under the 384245 pincode. Radhanpur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Bhadrada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Radhanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhadrada
According to the 2011 Census, Bhadrada village had a total population of 3,701 people, including 1,881 males and 1,820 females, living in 684 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.76%, with male literacy at 79.00% and female literacy at 41.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 140.
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 | 3,701 | 1,881 | 1,820 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 653 | 314 | 339 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 140 | 70 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,852 | 1,238 | 614 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,849 | 643 | 1,206 |
Nearby Villages of Bhadrada
Bhadrada 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 Bhadrada
Public transport in the Bhadrada 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 Radhanpur to Bhadrada is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Bhadrada is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhadrada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhadrada 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 Bhadrada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhadrada 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 Bhadrada
Where is Bhadrada located?
Bhadrada village is located in Sami Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhadrada?
Bhadrada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhadrada?
The pincode of Bhadrada is 384245.
What is the population of Bhadrada?
Bhadrada had a total population of 3,701, including 1,881 males and 1,820 females.
How many households are there in Bhadrada?
Bhadrada had 684 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhadrada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhadrada was 60.76%. Male literacy was 79.00% and female literacy was 41.46%.