Bhorthava - Songadh, Tapi
Bhorthava is a village situated in the Songadh taluka of Tapi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 58 km from the tehsil headquarters in Songadh and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Vyara. Otta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhorthava village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhorthava is 524704. The village covers a total geographical area of 323.8 hectares and falls under the 394716 pincode. Navapur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Bhorthava village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nizar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhorthava
According to the 2011 Census, Bhorthava village had a total population of 678 people, including 350 males and 328 females, living in 135 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.82%, with male literacy at 63.25% and female literacy at 47.87%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 678.
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 | 678 | 350 | 328 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 48 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 678 | 350 | 328 |
| Literate Population | 326 | 191 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 352 | 159 | 193 |
Nearby Villages of Bhorthava
Bhorthava 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 Bhorthava
Public transport in the Bhorthava 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 Navapur to Bhorthava is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Vyara to Bhorthava 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 Bhorthava
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhorthava village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhorthava
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhorthava village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bhorthava
Where is Bhorthava located?
Bhorthava village is located in Songadh Taluka, Tapi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhorthava?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhorthava is Otta.
What is the pincode of Bhorthava?
The pincode of Bhorthava is 394716.
What is the population of Bhorthava?
Bhorthava had a total population of 678, including 350 males and 328 females.
How many households are there in Bhorthava?
Bhorthava had 135 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhorthava?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhorthava was 55.82%. Male literacy was 63.25% and female literacy was 47.87%.