Dalod - Mandal, Ahmedabad
Dalod is a village situated in the Mandal taluka of Ahmedabad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 9 km from Mandal and around 85 km from Ahmadabad. Dalod village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dalod is 511417. The village covers a total geographical area of 1915.44 hectares and falls under the 382130 pincode. Viramgam is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Dalod village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Viramgam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dalod
As per Census 2011, Dalod village has a total population of 2,368 people, consisting of 1,199 males and 1,169 females. The village has 532 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 272 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,495 literate and 873 illiterate residents. Additionally, 512 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dalod are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,368 | 1,199 | 1,169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 272 | 145 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 512 | 274 | 238 |
| Literate Population | 1,495 | 866 | 629 |
| Illiterate Population | 873 | 333 | 540 |
Nearby Villages of Dalod
Dalod 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 Dalod
Dalod is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Dalod has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Viramgam to Dalod is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadabad to Dalod is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dalod
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dalod village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dalod
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dalod 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dalod
Where is Dalod located?
Dalod village is located in Mandal Taluka, Ahmedabad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dalod?
Dalod is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dalod?
The pincode of Dalod is 382130.
What is the population of Dalod?
Dalod has a total population of 2,368, including 1,199 males and 1,169 females.
How many households are there in Dalod?
There are 532 households in Dalod.
What is the literacy rate in Dalod?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dalod is 63.13%. Male literacy is 72.23% and female literacy is 53.81%.