Dudasan - Kankrej, Banas Kantha
Dudasan is a village situated in the Kankrej taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shihori and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Dudasan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dudasan is 508564. The village covers a total geographical area of 841.8 hectares and falls under the 385550 pincode. Patan is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Dudasan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dudasan
As per Census 2011, Dudasan village has a total population of 2,322 people, consisting of 1,197 males and 1,125 females. The village has 403 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 341 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,083 literate and 1,239 illiterate residents. Additionally, 231 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dudasan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,322 | 1,197 | 1,125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 341 | 151 | 190 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 231 | 124 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 1,083 | 745 | 338 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,239 | 452 | 787 |
Nearby Villages of Dudasan
Dudasan 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 Dudasan
Public transport in the Dudasan is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Patan to Dudasan is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Dudasan is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dudasan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dudasan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dudasan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dudasan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dudasan
Where is Dudasan located?
Dudasan village is located in Kankrej Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dudasan?
Dudasan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dudasan?
The pincode of Dudasan is 385550.
What is the population of Dudasan?
Dudasan has a total population of 2,322, including 1,197 males and 1,125 females.
How many households are there in Dudasan?
There are 403 households in Dudasan.
What is the literacy rate in Dudasan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dudasan is 46.64%. Male literacy is 62.24% and female literacy is 30.04%.