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. Dharpada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Dharpada village had a total population of 4,148 people, including 2,082 males and 2,066 females, living in 721 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.95%, with male literacy at 79.53% and female literacy at 46.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 234.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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?
Dharpada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dharpada?
The pincode of Dharpada is 385540.
What is the population of Dharpada?
Dharpada had a total population of 4,148, including 2,082 males and 2,066 females.
How many households are there in Dharpada?
Dharpada had 721 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dharpada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharpada was 62.95%. Male literacy was 79.53% and female literacy was 46.57%.