Bhakhari - Dharnidhar, Vav-Tharad
Bhakhari is a village situated in the Dharnidhar taluka of Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from Vav and around 110 km from Palanpur. Bhakhari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhakhari is 507394. The village covers a total geographical area of 1280.98 hectares and falls under the 385566 pincode. Tharad is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Bhakhari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vav Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhakhari
As per Census 2011, Bhakhari village has a total population of 2,977 people, consisting of 1,542 males and 1,435 females. The village has 548 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 481 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,551 literate and 1,426 illiterate residents. Additionally, 351 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhakhari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,977 | 1,542 | 1,435 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 481 | 234 | 247 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 351 | 177 | 174 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,551 | 1,017 | 534 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,426 | 525 | 901 |
Nearby Villages of Bhakhari
Bhakhari 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 Bhakhari
Bhakhari 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 Tharad to Bhakhari is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Bhakhari is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhakhari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhakhari 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 Bhakhari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhakhari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhakhari
Where is Bhakhari located?
Bhakhari village is located in Dharnidhar Taluka, Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhakhari?
Bhakhari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhakhari?
The pincode of Bhakhari is 385566.
What is the population of Bhakhari?
Bhakhari has a total population of 2,977, including 1,542 males and 1,435 females.
How many households are there in Bhakhari?
There are 548 households in Bhakhari.
What is the literacy rate in Bhakhari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhakhari is 52.10%. Male literacy is 65.95% and female literacy is 37.21%.