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
According to the 2011 Census, Dalkhaniya village had a total population of 3,975 people, including 1,989 males and 1,986 females, living in 807 households. The sex ratio was 998 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.90%, with male literacy at 78.62% and female literacy at 65.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 241, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 89.
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 | 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 had a total population of 3,975, including 1,989 males and 1,986 females.
How many households are there in Dalkhaniya?
Dalkhaniya had 807 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dalkhaniya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dalkhaniya was 71.90%. Male literacy was 78.62% and female literacy was 65.11%.