Bhadkuva - Mangrol, Surat
Bhadkuva is a village situated in the Mangrol taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mangrol and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Bhadkuva village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhadkuva is 523806. The village covers a total geographical area of 317.68 hectares and falls under the 394430 pincode. Tarsadi is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Bhadkuva village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mangrol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhadkuva
As per Census 2011, Bhadkuva village has a total population of 908 people, consisting of 442 males and 466 females. The village has 204 households and a sex ratio of 1,054 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 678 literate and 230 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 893 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhadkuva are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 908 | 442 | 466 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 31 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 4 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 893 | 436 | 457 |
| Literate Population | 678 | 365 | 313 |
| Illiterate Population | 230 | 77 | 153 |
Nearby Villages of Bhadkuva
Bhadkuva 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 Bhadkuva
Bhadkuva 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tarsadi to Bhadkuva is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Bhadkuva is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhadkuva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhadkuva village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bhadkuva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhadkuva village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhadkuva
Where is Bhadkuva located?
Bhadkuva village is located in Mangrol Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhadkuva?
Bhadkuva is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhadkuva?
The pincode of Bhadkuva is 394430.
What is the population of Bhadkuva?
Bhadkuva has a total population of 908, including 442 males and 466 females.
How many households are there in Bhadkuva?
There are 204 households in Bhadkuva.
What is the literacy rate in Bhadkuva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhadkuva is 74.67%. Male literacy is 82.58% and female literacy is 67.17%.