Dahida - Dhari, Amreli
Dahida is a village situated in the Dhari taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Dahida village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dahida is 515685. The village covers a total geographical area of 702.9 hectares and falls under the 365630 pincode. Chalala is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Dahida village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dahida
According to the 2011 Census, Dahida village had a total population of 823 people, including 499 males and 324 females, living in 125 households. The sex ratio was 649 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.54%, with male literacy at 91.61% and female literacy at 73.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
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 | 823 | 499 | 324 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 46 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 618 | 415 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 205 | 84 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Dahida
Dahida 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 Dahida
Public transport in the Dahida is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chalala to Dahida is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Dahida is about 27 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 Dahida
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dahida 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 Dahida
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dahida village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dahida
Where is Dahida located?
Dahida village is located in Dhari Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dahida?
Dahida is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dahida?
The pincode of Dahida is 365630.
What is the population of Dahida?
Dahida had a total population of 823, including 499 males and 324 females.
How many households are there in Dahida?
Dahida had 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dahida?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dahida was 84.54%. Male literacy was 91.61% and female literacy was 73.02%.