Dabhchatra - Amirgadh, Banas Kantha
Dabhchatra is a village situated in the Amirgadh taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 47 km from the tehsil headquarters in Iqbalgadh and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Kanpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dabhchatra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dabhchatra is 507795. The village covers a total geographical area of 704.24 hectares and falls under the 385001 pincode. Palanpur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Dabhchatra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Danta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dabhchatra
According to the 2011 Census, Dabhchatra village had a total population of 550 people, including 279 males and 271 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 24.75%, with male literacy at 29.41% and female literacy at 20.10%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 550.
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 | 550 | 279 | 271 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 75 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 550 | 279 | 271 |
| Literate Population | 101 | 60 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 449 | 219 | 230 |
Nearby Villages of Dabhchatra
Dabhchatra 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 Dabhchatra
Dabhchatra 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palanpur to Dabhchatra is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dabhchatra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dabhchatra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dabhchatra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dabhchatra 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 Dabhchatra
Where is Dabhchatra located?
Dabhchatra village is located in Amirgadh Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dabhchatra?
The Gram Panchayat of Dabhchatra is Kanpura.
What is the pincode of Dabhchatra?
The pincode of Dabhchatra is 385001.
What is the population of Dabhchatra?
Dabhchatra had a total population of 550, including 279 males and 271 females.
How many households are there in Dabhchatra?
Dabhchatra had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dabhchatra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dabhchatra was 24.75%. Male literacy was 29.41% and female literacy was 20.10%.