Rajoda - Dhanera, Banas Kantha
Rajoda 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. Rajoda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajoda is 507682. The village covers a total geographical area of 947.23 hectares and falls under the 385545 pincode. Dhanera is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Rajoda 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 Rajoda
As per Census 2011, Rajoda village has a total population of 1,893 people, consisting of 967 males and 926 females. The village has 315 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 337 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 818 literate and 1,075 illiterate residents. Additionally, 175 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 600 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rajoda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,893 | 967 | 926 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 337 | 160 | 177 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 175 | 96 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 600 | 306 | 294 |
| Literate Population | 818 | 547 | 271 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,075 | 420 | 655 |
Nearby Villages of Rajoda
Rajoda 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 Rajoda
Rajoda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhanera to Rajoda is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Rajoda 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 Rajoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rajoda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rajoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rajoda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rajoda
Where is Rajoda located?
Rajoda village is located in Dhanera Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rajoda?
Rajoda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rajoda?
The pincode of Rajoda is 385545.
What is the population of Rajoda?
Rajoda has a total population of 1,893, including 967 males and 926 females.
How many households are there in Rajoda?
There are 315 households in Rajoda.
What is the literacy rate in Rajoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajoda is 43.21%. Male literacy is 56.57% and female literacy is 29.27%.