Dantiwada
Dantiwada is a village located in Dantiwada taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Dantiwada (tehsildar office) and 27km away from district headquarter Palanpur. As per 2009 stats, Dantiwada village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dantiwada unique in its vibrant Dantiwada-Banas Kantha region. You’ll see Dantiwada’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dantiwada
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dantiwada is 507735. The village spans a total geographical area of 1868.95 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385505. Palanpur is nearest town to Dantiwada village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dantiwada village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dhanera Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dantiwada
Population of Dantiwada
According to the 2011 Census, Dantiwada has a total population of about 5,136, with approximately 2,637 males and 2,499 females. The sex ratio is around 947 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 851 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 617 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 335. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.52%, with male literacy at about 68.68% and female literacy near 43.70%. There are around 930 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dantiwada's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,136 | 2,637 | 2,499 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 851 | 434 | 417 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 617 | 321 | 296 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 335 | 181 | 154 |
| Literate Population | 2,903 | 1,811 | 1,092 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,233 | 826 | 1,407 |
Connectivity of Dantiwada
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dantiwada. As per the 2011 stats, Dantiwada had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dantiwada
Knowing the nearby villages of Dantiwada helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dantiwada.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dantiwada
- Where is Dantiwada located?
- Dantiwada village is situated in Dantiwada Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dantiwada?
- Dantiwada serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dantiwada?
- The pincode of Dantiwada is 385505, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dantiwada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dantiwada is 5,136, with 2,637 males and 2,499 females.
- How many households are there in Dantiwada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dantiwada village has a total of 930 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dantiwada as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dantiwada is 56.52%. The male literacy rate is 68.68%, while the female literacy rate is 43.70%.