Dhargani - Dhari, Amreli
Dhargani is a village situated in the Dhari taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Dhargani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhargani is 515707. The village covers a total geographical area of 2241.34 hectares and falls under the 365630 pincode. Savar Kundla is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dhargani 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 Dhargani
According to the 2011 Census, Dhargani village had a total population of 2,967 people, including 1,491 males and 1,476 females, living in 544 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.60%, with male literacy at 77.99% and female literacy at 69.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 322.
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 | 2,967 | 1,491 | 1,476 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 334 | 178 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 322 | 160 | 162 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,938 | 1,024 | 914 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,029 | 467 | 562 |
Nearby Villages of Dhargani
Dhargani 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 Dhargani
Dhargani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Savar Kundla to Dhargani is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Dhargani is about 35 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 Dhargani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhargani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhargani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhargani 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 Dhargani
Where is Dhargani located?
Dhargani village is located in Dhari Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhargani?
Dhargani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhargani?
The pincode of Dhargani is 365630.
What is the population of Dhargani?
Dhargani had a total population of 2,967, including 1,491 males and 1,476 females.
How many households are there in Dhargani?
Dhargani had 544 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhargani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhargani was 73.60%. Male literacy was 77.99% and female literacy was 69.24%.