Dharabandar - Jafrabad, Amreli
Dharabandar is a village situated in the Jafrabad taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jafrabad and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Dharabandar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharabandar is 515919. The village covers a total geographical area of 396.05 hectares and falls under the 365730 pincode. Jafrabad is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Dharabandar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dharabandar
According to the 2011 Census, Dharabandar village had a total population of 764 people, including 368 males and 396 females, living in 140 households. The sex ratio was 1,076 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.58%, with male literacy at 65.90% and female literacy at 32.52%.
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 | 764 | 368 | 396 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 63 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 308 | 201 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 456 | 167 | 289 |
Nearby Villages of Dharabandar
Dharabandar 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 Dharabandar
Dharabandar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Jafrabad to Dharabandar is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Dharabandar is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharabandar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharabandar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dharabandar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharabandar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dharabandar
Where is Dharabandar located?
Dharabandar village is located in Jafrabad Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharabandar?
Dharabandar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dharabandar?
The pincode of Dharabandar is 365730.
What is the population of Dharabandar?
Dharabandar had a total population of 764, including 368 males and 396 females.
How many households are there in Dharabandar?
Dharabandar had 140 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dharabandar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharabandar was 48.58%. Male literacy was 65.90% and female literacy was 32.52%.