Dhanavada - Deesa, Banas Kantha
Dhanavada is a village situated in the Deesa taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deesa and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Dhanavada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhanavada is 508235. The village covers a total geographical area of 1178.41 hectares and falls under the 385535 pincode. Dhanera is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dhanavada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deesa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhanavada
As per Census 2011, Dhanavada village has a total population of 2,225 people, consisting of 1,119 males and 1,106 females. The village has 377 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 367 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 989 literate and 1,236 illiterate residents. Additionally, 252 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhanavada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,225 | 1,119 | 1,106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 367 | 192 | 175 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 252 | 139 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 989 | 604 | 385 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,236 | 515 | 721 |
Nearby Villages of Dhanavada
Dhanavada 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 Dhanavada
Dhanavada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Dhanavada has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhanera to Dhanavada is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Dhanavada is about 56 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 Dhanavada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhanavada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhanavada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhanavada 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 Dhanavada
Where is Dhanavada located?
Dhanavada village is located in Deesa Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhanavada?
Dhanavada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhanavada?
The pincode of Dhanavada is 385535.
What is the population of Dhanavada?
Dhanavada has a total population of 2,225, including 1,119 males and 1,106 females.
How many households are there in Dhanavada?
There are 377 households in Dhanavada.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanavada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhanavada is 44.45%. Male literacy is 53.98% and female literacy is 34.81%.