Bhardu - Nawapur, Nandurbar
Bhardu is a village situated in the Nawapur tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nawapur and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Bhardu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhardu is 525909. The village covers a total geographical area of 644.19 hectares and falls under the 425426 pincode. Nawapur is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Bhardu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nawapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhardu
As per Census 2011, Bhardu village has a total population of 2,322 people, consisting of 1,134 males and 1,188 females. The village has 450 households and a sex ratio of 1,047 females per 1,000 males. There are 207 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,403 literate and 919 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,300 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhardu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,322 | 1,134 | 1,188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 207 | 108 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,300 | 1,122 | 1,178 |
| Literate Population | 1,403 | 766 | 637 |
| Illiterate Population | 919 | 368 | 551 |
Nearby Villages of Bhardu
Bhardu is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahalkadu | North | 2.19 km |
| Kelpada | West | 2.36 km |
| Visarwadi | South | 2.36 km |
| Vrhadipada | South-West | 2.86 km |
| Keli | East | 3.00 km |
| Sonare Digar | North-West | 3.18 km |
| Bandharpada | South-East | 3.45 km |
| Tarapur | North | 3.78 km |
| Balaamrai | South | 3.91 km |
| Kharje | West | 4.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhardu
Bhardu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chinchpada, while the nearest airport is Surat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nawapur to Bhardu is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Bhardu is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhardu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhardu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhardu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhardu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Bhardu
Where is Bhardu located?
Bhardu village is located in Nawapur Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhardu?
Bhardu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhardu?
The pincode of Bhardu is 425426.
What is the population of Bhardu?
Bhardu has a total population of 2,322, including 1,134 males and 1,188 females.
How many households are there in Bhardu?
There are 450 households in Bhardu.
What is the literacy rate in Bhardu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhardu is 60.42%. Male literacy is 67.55% and female literacy is 53.62%.