Bharadava - Suigam, Vav-Tharad
Bharadava is a village situated in the Suigam taluka of Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from Vav and around 140 km from Palanpur. Bharadava village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bharadava is 507435. The village covers a total geographical area of 4060.81 hectares and falls under the 385570 pincode. Tharad is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Bharadava 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 Bharadava
According to the 2011 Census, Bharadava village had a total population of 5,230 people, including 2,710 males and 2,520 females, living in 977 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.55%, with male literacy at 68.99% and female literacy at 39.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,031, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 9.
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 | 5,230 | 2,710 | 2,520 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 849 | 456 | 393 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,031 | 511 | 520 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,390 | 1,555 | 835 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,840 | 1,155 | 1,685 |
Nearby Villages of Bharadava
Bharadava 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 Bharadava
Public transport in the Bharadava 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 Bharadava is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Bharadava is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bharadava
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bharadava 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bharadava
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bharadava village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bharadava
Where is Bharadava located?
Bharadava village is located in Suigam Taluka, Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bharadava?
Bharadava is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bharadava?
The pincode of Bharadava is 385570.
What is the population of Bharadava?
Bharadava had a total population of 5,230, including 2,710 males and 2,520 females.
How many households are there in Bharadava?
Bharadava had 977 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bharadava?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bharadava was 54.55%. Male literacy was 68.99% and female literacy was 39.26%.