Dugdol Moti - Dhanera, Banas Kantha
Dugdol Moti is a village situated in the Dhanera taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanera and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Siya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dugdol Moti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dugdol Moti is 507634. The village covers a total geographical area of 734.22 hectares and falls under the 385310 pincode. Dhanera is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Dugdol Moti 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 Dugdol Moti
According to the 2011 Census, Dugdol Moti village had a total population of 2,892 people, including 1,464 males and 1,428 females, living in 448 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.79%, with male literacy at 58.41% and female literacy at 29.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 194, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 2,892 | 1,464 | 1,428 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 572 | 305 | 267 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 194 | 89 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,016 | 677 | 339 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,876 | 787 | 1,089 |
Nearby Villages of Dugdol Moti
Dugdol Moti 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 Dugdol Moti
Public transport in the Dugdol Moti is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Dugdol Moti.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhanera to Dugdol Moti is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Dugdol Moti is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dugdol Moti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dugdol Moti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dugdol Moti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dugdol Moti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dugdol Moti
Where is Dugdol Moti located?
Dugdol Moti village is located in Dhanera Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dugdol Moti?
The Gram Panchayat of Dugdol Moti is Siya.
What is the pincode of Dugdol Moti?
The pincode of Dugdol Moti is 385310.
What is the population of Dugdol Moti?
Dugdol Moti had a total population of 2,892, including 1,464 males and 1,428 females.
How many households are there in Dugdol Moti?
Dugdol Moti had 448 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dugdol Moti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dugdol Moti was 43.79%. Male literacy was 58.41% and female literacy was 29.20%.