Dharpada - Deesa, Banas Kantha
Dharpada is a village situated in the Deesa taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deesa and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Delaniyapara(dh) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharpada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharpada is 508342. The village covers a total geographical area of 494.79 hectares and falls under the 385540 pincode. Deesa is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Dharpada 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 Dharpada
As per Census 2011, Dharpada village has a total population of 4,148 people, consisting of 2,082 males and 2,066 females. The village has 721 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 669 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,190 literate and 1,958 illiterate residents. Additionally, 234 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dharpada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,148 | 2,082 | 2,066 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 669 | 353 | 316 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 234 | 120 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 2,190 | 1,375 | 815 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,958 | 707 | 1,251 |
Nearby Villages of Dharpada
Dharpada 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 Dharpada
Dharpada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Dharpada 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 Deesa to Dharpada is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Dharpada is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharpada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharpada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dharpada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharpada 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) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Dharpada
Where is Dharpada located?
Dharpada village is located in Deesa Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharpada?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharpada is Delaniyapara(dh).
What is the pincode of Dharpada?
The pincode of Dharpada is 385540.
What is the population of Dharpada?
Dharpada has a total population of 4,148, including 2,082 males and 2,066 females.
How many households are there in Dharpada?
There are 721 households in Dharpada.
What is the literacy rate in Dharpada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharpada is 52.80%. Male literacy is 66.04% and female literacy is 39.45%.