Dhuva - Deesa, Banas Kantha
Dhuva is a village situated in the Deesa taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deesa and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Dhuva village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhuva is 508341. The village covers a total geographical area of 1026.41 hectares and falls under the 385540 pincode. Deesa is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dhuva 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 Dhuva
According to the 2011 Census, Dhuva village had a total population of 6,480 people, including 3,304 males and 3,176 females, living in 1,259 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.17%, with male literacy at 74.95% and female literacy at 38.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 480.
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 | 6,480 | 3,304 | 3,176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,089 | 573 | 516 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 480 | 239 | 241 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,082 | 2,047 | 1,035 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,398 | 1,257 | 2,141 |
Nearby Villages of Dhuva
Dhuva 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 Dhuva
Dhuva is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Dhuva has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Dhuva is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Dhuva is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhuva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhuva village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhuva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhuva 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Dhuva
Where is Dhuva located?
Dhuva village is located in Deesa Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhuva?
Dhuva is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhuva?
The pincode of Dhuva is 385540.
What is the population of Dhuva?
Dhuva had a total population of 6,480, including 3,304 males and 3,176 females.
How many households are there in Dhuva?
Dhuva had 1,259 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhuva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhuva was 57.17%. Male literacy was 74.95% and female literacy was 38.91%.