Dhakha - Dhanera, Banas Kantha
Dhakha is a village situated in the Dhanera taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanera and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Dhakha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhakha is 507651. The village covers a total geographical area of 2537.49 hectares and falls under the 385310 pincode. Dhanera is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Dhakha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhakha
As per Census 2011, Dhakha village has a total population of 6,604 people, consisting of 3,433 males and 3,171 females. The village has 1,070 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,130 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,208 literate and 3,396 illiterate residents. Additionally, 427 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 772 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhakha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,604 | 3,433 | 3,171 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,130 | 601 | 529 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 427 | 222 | 205 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 772 | 399 | 373 |
| Literate Population | 3,208 | 2,075 | 1,133 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,396 | 1,358 | 2,038 |
Nearby Villages of Dhakha
Dhakha 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 Dhakha
Dhakha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Dhakha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhanera to Dhakha is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Dhakha is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhakha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhakha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhakha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhakha 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhakha
Where is Dhakha located?
Dhakha village is located in Dhanera Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhakha?
Dhakha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhakha?
The pincode of Dhakha is 385310.
What is the population of Dhakha?
Dhakha has a total population of 6,604, including 3,433 males and 3,171 females.
How many households are there in Dhakha?
There are 1,070 households in Dhakha.
What is the literacy rate in Dhakha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhakha is 48.58%. Male literacy is 60.44% and female literacy is 35.73%.