Dabhchatra - Danta, Banas Kantha
Dabhchatra is a village situated in the Danta taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 39 km from the tehsil headquarters in Danta and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Sembalpani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dabhchatra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dabhchatra is 507817. The village covers a total geographical area of 427.27 hectares and falls under the 385110 pincode. Ambaji is the nearest town, located about 5 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
As per Census 2011, Dabhchatra village has a total population of 325 people, consisting of 166 males and 159 females. The village has 51 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 95 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 53 literate and 272 illiterate residents. Additionally, 325 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dabhchatra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 325 | 166 | 159 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 49 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 325 | 166 | 159 |
| Literate Population | 53 | 32 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 272 | 134 | 138 |
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
Public transport in the Dabhchatra is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Ambaji to Dabhchatra is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Dabhchatra is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 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 >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 >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 Danta Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dabhchatra?
The Gram Panchayat of Dabhchatra is Sembalpani.
What is the pincode of Dabhchatra?
The pincode of Dabhchatra is 385110.
What is the population of Dabhchatra?
Dabhchatra has a total population of 325, including 166 males and 159 females.
How many households are there in Dabhchatra?
There are 51 households in Dabhchatra.
What is the literacy rate in Dabhchatra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dabhchatra is 16.31%. Male literacy is 19.28% and female literacy is 13.21%.