Bhuvel - Idar, Sabar Kantha
Bhuvel is a village situated in the Idar taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Idar and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Chadasana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhuvel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhuvel is 510105. The village covers a total geographical area of 204.93 hectares and falls under the 383110 pincode. Idar is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Bhuvel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhuvel
According to the 2011 Census, Bhuvel village had a total population of 578 people, including 291 males and 287 females, living in 116 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.43%, with male literacy at 95.79% and female literacy at 79.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 112.
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 | 578 | 291 | 287 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 30 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 112 | 51 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 459 | 250 | 209 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 41 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Bhuvel
Bhuvel 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 Bhuvel
Bhuvel is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Bhuvel has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Idar to Bhuvel is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Bhuvel is about 20 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 Bhuvel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhuvel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhuvel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhuvel village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bhuvel
Where is Bhuvel located?
Bhuvel village is located in Idar Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhuvel?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhuvel is Chadasana.
What is the pincode of Bhuvel?
The pincode of Bhuvel is 383110.
What is the population of Bhuvel?
Bhuvel had a total population of 578, including 291 males and 287 females.
How many households are there in Bhuvel?
Bhuvel had 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhuvel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhuvel was 87.43%. Male literacy was 95.79% and female literacy was 79.17%.