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.
Dantiwada has its own place in the vibrant Banas Kantha region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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.
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Population of Dantiwada
Below is a concise population overview of Dantiwada as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dantiwada village:
- The total population of Dantiwada village is around 5,136, including approximately 2,637 males and 2,499 females, with a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 851 children aged 0–6 years in Dantiwada village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dantiwada village has 617 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 335 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dantiwada village is about 56.52%, with male literacy at 68.68% and female literacy at 43.70%.
- There are around 930 households in Dantiwada village.
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%.