Dhuvaran - Khambhat, Anand
Dhuvaran is a village situated in the Khambhat taluka of Anand district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khambhat and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Anand. Dhuvaran village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhuvaran is 517060. The village covers a total geographical area of 1279 hectares and falls under the 388610 pincode. Khambhat is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Dhuvaran village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khambhat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anand Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhuvaran
As per Census 2011, Dhuvaran village has a total population of 8,043 people, consisting of 4,168 males and 3,875 females. The village has 1,529 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 990 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,902 literate and 2,141 illiterate residents. Additionally, 92 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 75 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhuvaran are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,043 | 4,168 | 3,875 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 990 | 506 | 484 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 49 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 75 | 37 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 5,902 | 3,433 | 2,469 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,141 | 735 | 1,406 |
Nearby Villages of Dhuvaran
Dhuvaran 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 Dhuvaran
Dhuvaran 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 Dhuvaran.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Khambhat to Dhuvaran is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anand to Dhuvaran 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 Dhuvaran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhuvaran village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhuvaran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhuvaran 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhuvaran
Where is Dhuvaran located?
Dhuvaran village is located in Khambhat Taluka, Anand district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhuvaran?
Dhuvaran is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhuvaran?
The pincode of Dhuvaran is 388610.
What is the population of Dhuvaran?
Dhuvaran has a total population of 8,043, including 4,168 males and 3,875 females.
How many households are there in Dhuvaran?
There are 1,529 households in Dhuvaran.
What is the literacy rate in Dhuvaran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhuvaran is 73.38%. Male literacy is 82.37% and female literacy is 63.72%.