Dabhela - Amirgadh, Banas Kantha
Dabhela is a village situated in the Amirgadh taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Iqbalgadh and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Dabhela village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dabhela is 507806. The village covers a total geographical area of 1163.17 hectares and falls under the 385130 pincode. Abu Road is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Dabhela 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 Dabhela
As per Census 2011, Dabhela village has a total population of 3,269 people, consisting of 1,626 males and 1,643 females. The village has 637 households and a sex ratio of 1,010 females per 1,000 males. There are 533 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,663 literate and 1,606 illiterate residents. Additionally, 270 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 206 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dabhela are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,269 | 1,626 | 1,643 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 533 | 283 | 250 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 270 | 134 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 206 | 96 | 110 |
| Literate Population | 1,663 | 1,051 | 612 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,606 | 575 | 1,031 |
Nearby Villages of Dabhela
Dabhela 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 Dabhela
Dabhela is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Dabhela.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Abu Road to Dabhela is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Dabhela is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dabhela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dabhela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dabhela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dabhela 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dabhela
Where is Dabhela located?
Dabhela village is located in Amirgadh Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dabhela?
Dabhela is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dabhela?
The pincode of Dabhela is 385130.
What is the population of Dabhela?
Dabhela has a total population of 3,269, including 1,626 males and 1,643 females.
How many households are there in Dabhela?
There are 637 households in Dabhela.
What is the literacy rate in Dabhela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dabhela is 50.87%. Male literacy is 64.64% and female literacy is 37.25%.