Dahemi - Borsad, Anand
Dahemi is a village situated in the Borsad taluka of Anand district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Borsad and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Anand. Dahemi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dahemi is 517068. The village covers a total geographical area of 545.13 hectares and falls under the 388560 pincode. Borsad is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dahemi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Petlad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anand Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dahemi
As per Census 2011, Dahemi village has a total population of 5,015 people, consisting of 2,588 males and 2,427 females. The village has 1,055 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 649 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,563 literate and 1,452 illiterate residents. Additionally, 201 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dahemi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,015 | 2,588 | 2,427 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 649 | 330 | 319 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 201 | 102 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 3,563 | 2,031 | 1,532 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,452 | 557 | 895 |
Nearby Villages of Dahemi
Dahemi 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 Dahemi
Dahemi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Dahemi.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Borsad to Dahemi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anand to Dahemi is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dahemi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dahemi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dahemi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dahemi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dahemi
Where is Dahemi located?
Dahemi village is located in Borsad Taluka, Anand district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dahemi?
Dahemi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dahemi?
The pincode of Dahemi is 388560.
What is the population of Dahemi?
Dahemi has a total population of 5,015, including 2,588 males and 2,427 females.
How many households are there in Dahemi?
There are 1,055 households in Dahemi.
What is the literacy rate in Dahemi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dahemi is 71.05%. Male literacy is 78.48% and female literacy is 63.12%.