Bhandar Kutch - Kaprada, Valsad
Bhandar Kutch is a village situated in the Kaprada taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaprada and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Bhandar Kutch village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhandar Kutch is 523545. The village covers a total geographical area of 545.45 hectares and falls under the 396126 pincode. Dharampur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Bhandar Kutch village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaprada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valsad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhandar Kutch
According to the 2011 Census, Bhandar Kutch village had a total population of 1,709 people, including 829 males and 880 females, living in 324 households. The sex ratio was 1,062 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.36%, with male literacy at 67.80% and female literacy at 47.54%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,635.
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 | 1,709 | 829 | 880 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 248 | 121 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,635 | 788 | 847 |
| Literate Population | 838 | 480 | 358 |
| Illiterate Population | 871 | 349 | 522 |
Nearby Villages of Bhandar Kutch
Bhandar Kutch 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 Bhandar Kutch
Bhandar Kutch is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Bhandar Kutch 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 Dharampur to Bhandar Kutch is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Bhandar Kutch is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhandar Kutch
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhandar Kutch 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 Bhandar Kutch
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhandar Kutch village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bhandar Kutch
Where is Bhandar Kutch located?
Bhandar Kutch village is located in Kaprada Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhandar Kutch?
Bhandar Kutch is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhandar Kutch?
The pincode of Bhandar Kutch is 396126.
What is the population of Bhandar Kutch?
Bhandar Kutch had a total population of 1,709, including 829 males and 880 females.
How many households are there in Bhandar Kutch?
Bhandar Kutch had 324 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhandar Kutch?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhandar Kutch was 57.36%. Male literacy was 67.80% and female literacy was 47.54%.