Dalkhaniya - Dhari, Amreli
Dalkhaniya 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 57 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Dalkhaniya-shemardi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dalkhaniya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dalkhaniya is 515729. The village covers a total geographical area of 1756.77 hectares and falls under the 365640 pincode. Savar Kundla is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Dalkhaniya 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 Dalkhaniya
As per Census 2011, Dalkhaniya village has a total population of 3,975 people, consisting of 1,989 males and 1,986 females. The village has 807 households and a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males. There are 495 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,502 literate and 1,473 illiterate residents. Additionally, 241 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 89 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dalkhaniya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,975 | 1,989 | 1,986 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 495 | 240 | 255 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 241 | 118 | 123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 89 | 51 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 2,502 | 1,375 | 1,127 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,473 | 614 | 859 |
Nearby Villages of Dalkhaniya
Dalkhaniya 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 Dalkhaniya
Dalkhaniya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dalkhaniya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Savar Kundla to Dalkhaniya is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Dalkhaniya is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dalkhaniya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dalkhaniya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dalkhaniya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dalkhaniya 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 Dalkhaniya
Where is Dalkhaniya located?
Dalkhaniya village is located in Dhari Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dalkhaniya?
The Gram Panchayat of Dalkhaniya is Dalkhaniya-shemardi.
What is the pincode of Dalkhaniya?
The pincode of Dalkhaniya is 365640.
What is the population of Dalkhaniya?
Dalkhaniya has a total population of 3,975, including 1,989 males and 1,986 females.
How many households are there in Dalkhaniya?
There are 807 households in Dalkhaniya.
What is the literacy rate in Dalkhaniya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dalkhaniya is 62.94%. Male literacy is 69.13% and female literacy is 56.75%.