Dudhala - Jafrabad, Amreli
Dudhala 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 95 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Dudhala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dudhala is 515910. The village covers a total geographical area of 862.23 hectares and falls under the 365730 pincode. Jafrabad is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Dudhala 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 Dudhala
According to the 2011 Census, Dudhala village had a total population of 848 people, including 422 males and 426 females, living in 137 households. The sex ratio was 1,009 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.28%, with male literacy at 80.75% and female literacy at 55.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 93.
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 | 848 | 422 | 426 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 48 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 44 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 508 | 302 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 340 | 120 | 220 |
Nearby Villages of Dudhala
Dudhala 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 Dudhala
Dudhala 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 Jafrabad to Dudhala is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Dudhala is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dudhala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dudhala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dudhala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dudhala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dudhala
Where is Dudhala located?
Dudhala village is located in Jafrabad Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dudhala?
Dudhala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dudhala?
The pincode of Dudhala is 365730.
What is the population of Dudhala?
Dudhala had a total population of 848, including 422 males and 426 females.
How many households are there in Dudhala?
Dudhala had 137 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dudhala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dudhala was 68.28%. Male literacy was 80.75% and female literacy was 55.68%.