Dantiwada - Dantiwada, Banas Kantha
Dantiwada is a village situated in the Dantiwada taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dantiwada and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Dantiwada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dantiwada is 507735. The village covers a total geographical area of 1868.95 hectares and falls under the 385505 pincode. Palanpur is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Dantiwada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dantiwada
As per Census 2011, Dantiwada village has a total population of 5,136 people, consisting of 2,637 males and 2,499 females. The village has 930 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 851 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,903 literate and 2,233 illiterate residents. Additionally, 617 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 335 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dantiwada are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Dantiwada
Dantiwada 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 Dantiwada
Dantiwada 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 >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 Dantiwada is about 27 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 Dantiwada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dantiwada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dantiwada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dantiwada 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 Dantiwada
Where is Dantiwada located?
Dantiwada village is located in Dantiwada Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dantiwada?
Dantiwada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dantiwada?
The pincode of Dantiwada is 385505.
What is the population of Dantiwada?
Dantiwada has a total population of 5,136, including 2,637 males and 2,499 females.
How many households are there in Dantiwada?
There are 930 households in Dantiwada.
What is the literacy rate in Dantiwada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dantiwada is 56.52%. Male literacy is 68.68% and female literacy is 43.70%.