Dangavadar - Dhari, Amreli
Dangavadar is a village situated in the Dhari taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Dangavadar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dangavadar is 515691. The village covers a total geographical area of 1188.24 hectares and falls under the 365640 pincode. Chalala is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Dangavadar 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 Dangavadar
According to the 2011 Census, Dangavadar village had a total population of 2,360 people, including 1,215 males and 1,145 females, living in 458 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.64%, with male literacy at 83.61% and female literacy at 67.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 781, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 2,360 | 1,215 | 1,145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 258 | 135 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 781 | 407 | 374 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,590 | 903 | 687 |
| Illiterate Population | 770 | 312 | 458 |
Nearby Villages of Dangavadar
Dangavadar 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 Dangavadar
Public transport in the Dangavadar is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dangavadar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Chalala to Dangavadar is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Dangavadar is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dangavadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dangavadar 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 Dangavadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dangavadar 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dangavadar
Where is Dangavadar located?
Dangavadar village is located in Dhari Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dangavadar?
Dangavadar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dangavadar?
The pincode of Dangavadar is 365640.
What is the population of Dangavadar?
Dangavadar had a total population of 2,360, including 1,215 males and 1,145 females.
How many households are there in Dangavadar?
Dangavadar had 458 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dangavadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dangavadar was 75.64%. Male literacy was 83.61% and female literacy was 67.22%.