Dabhou - Sojitra, Anand
Dabhou is a village situated in the Sojitra taluka of Anand district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sojitra and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Anand. Dabhou (virsadpura) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dabhou village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dabhou is 516855. The village covers a total geographical area of 1405.15 hectares and falls under the 387210 pincode. Sojitra is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Dabhou village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sojitra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anand Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dabhou
As per Census 2011, Dabhou village has a total population of 5,777 people, consisting of 3,037 males and 2,740 females. The village has 1,176 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 687 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,376 literate and 1,401 illiterate residents. Additionally, 460 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 215 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dabhou are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,777 | 3,037 | 2,740 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 687 | 363 | 324 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 460 | 258 | 202 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 215 | 114 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 4,376 | 2,441 | 1,935 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,401 | 596 | 805 |
Nearby Villages of Dabhou
Dabhou 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 Dabhou
Dabhou is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Dabhou has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sojitra to Dabhou is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anand to Dabhou is about 31 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dabhou
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dabhou 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 Dabhou
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dabhou 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 Dabhou
Where is Dabhou located?
Dabhou village is located in Sojitra Taluka, Anand district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dabhou?
The Gram Panchayat of Dabhou is Dabhou (virsadpura).
What is the pincode of Dabhou?
The pincode of Dabhou is 387210.
What is the population of Dabhou?
Dabhou has a total population of 5,777, including 3,037 males and 2,740 females.
How many households are there in Dabhou?
There are 1,176 households in Dabhou.
What is the literacy rate in Dabhou?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dabhou is 75.75%. Male literacy is 80.38% and female literacy is 70.62%.