Bhandut - Olpad, Surat
Bhandut is a village situated in the Olpad taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Olpad and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Bhandut village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhandut is 523772. The village covers a total geographical area of 590.44 hectares and falls under the 395005 pincode. Surat is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Bhandut village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Olpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhandut
As per Census 2011, Bhandut village has a total population of 1,242 people, consisting of 644 males and 598 females. The village has 268 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 127 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 964 literate and 278 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 42 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhandut are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,242 | 644 | 598 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 71 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 964 | 530 | 434 |
| Illiterate Population | 278 | 114 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Bhandut
Bhandut 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 Bhandut
Bhandut is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Surat to Bhandut is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhandut
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhandut 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 Bhandut
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhandut 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhandut
Where is Bhandut located?
Bhandut village is located in Olpad Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhandut?
Bhandut is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhandut?
The pincode of Bhandut is 395005.
What is the population of Bhandut?
Bhandut has a total population of 1,242, including 644 males and 598 females.
How many households are there in Bhandut?
There are 268 households in Bhandut.
What is the literacy rate in Bhandut?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhandut is 77.62%. Male literacy is 82.30% and female literacy is 72.58%.