Bijalwadi - Umarpada, Surat
Bijalwadi is a village situated in the Umarpada taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Umarpada and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Sarvan Fokdi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bijalwadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijalwadi is 523939. The village covers a total geographical area of 196.45 hectares and falls under the 394445 pincode. Mandvi is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Bijalwadi 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 Bijalwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Bijalwadi village had a total population of 714 people, including 352 males and 362 females, living in 141 households. The sex ratio was 1,028 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.33%, with male literacy at 77.82% and female literacy at 57.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 714.
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 | 714 | 352 | 362 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 59 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 714 | 352 | 362 |
| Literate Population | 404 | 228 | 176 |
| Illiterate Population | 310 | 124 | 186 |
Nearby Villages of Bijalwadi
Bijalwadi 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 Bijalwadi
Bijalwadi 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 Mandvi to Bijalwadi is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Bijalwadi is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijalwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijalwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bijalwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijalwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bijalwadi
Where is Bijalwadi located?
Bijalwadi village is located in Umarpada Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bijalwadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Bijalwadi is Sarvan Fokdi.
What is the pincode of Bijalwadi?
The pincode of Bijalwadi is 394445.
What is the population of Bijalwadi?
Bijalwadi had a total population of 714, including 352 males and 362 females.
How many households are there in Bijalwadi?
Bijalwadi had 141 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bijalwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijalwadi was 67.33%. Male literacy was 77.82% and female literacy was 57.33%.