Dhedhal - Deesa, Banas Kantha
Dhedhal is a village situated in the Deesa taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deesa and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Dhedhal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhedhal is 508322. The village covers a total geographical area of 728.01 hectares and falls under the 385535 pincode. Deesa is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Dhedhal 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 Dhedhal
As per Census 2011, Dhedhal village has a total population of 2,336 people, consisting of 1,185 males and 1,151 females. The village has 414 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 414 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,266 literate and 1,070 illiterate residents. Additionally, 277 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 48 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhedhal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,336 | 1,185 | 1,151 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 414 | 222 | 192 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 277 | 140 | 137 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 21 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 1,266 | 823 | 443 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,070 | 362 | 708 |
Nearby Villages of Dhedhal
Dhedhal 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 Dhedhal
Dhedhal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Dhedhal 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 Dhedhal is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Dhedhal is about 46 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 Dhedhal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhedhal 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 Dhedhal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhedhal 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 km |
FAQs about Dhedhal
Where is Dhedhal located?
Dhedhal village is located in Deesa Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhedhal?
Dhedhal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhedhal?
The pincode of Dhedhal is 385535.
What is the population of Dhedhal?
Dhedhal has a total population of 2,336, including 1,185 males and 1,151 females.
How many households are there in Dhedhal?
There are 414 households in Dhedhal.
What is the literacy rate in Dhedhal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhedhal is 54.20%. Male literacy is 69.45% and female literacy is 38.49%.