Dhundhavana - Khambha, Amreli
Dhundhavana is a village situated in the Khambha taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khambha and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Dhundhavana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhundhavana is 515874. The village covers a total geographical area of 624.91 hectares and falls under the 365550 pincode. Una is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Dhundhavana 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 Dhundhavana
According to the 2011 Census, Dhundhavana village had a total population of 1,089 people, including 564 males and 525 females, living in 189 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.20%, with male literacy at 75.59% and female literacy at 52.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
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 | 1,089 | 564 | 525 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 97 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 581 | 353 | 228 |
| Illiterate Population | 508 | 211 | 297 |
Nearby Villages of Dhundhavana
Dhundhavana 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 Dhundhavana
Dhundhavana 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 Una to Dhundhavana is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Dhundhavana is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhundhavana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhundhavana 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 Dhundhavana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhundhavana 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Dhundhavana
Where is Dhundhavana located?
Dhundhavana village is located in Khambha Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhundhavana?
Dhundhavana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhundhavana?
The pincode of Dhundhavana is 365550.
What is the population of Dhundhavana?
Dhundhavana had a total population of 1,089, including 564 males and 525 females.
How many households are there in Dhundhavana?
Dhundhavana had 189 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhundhavana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhundhavana was 64.20%. Male literacy was 75.59% and female literacy was 52.05%.