Dhandha
Dhandha is a village located in Palanpur taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 13km away from Palanpur, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Dhandha village. As per 2009 stats, Dhandha village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dhandha unique in its vibrant Palanpur-Banas Kantha region. You’ll see Dhandha’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dhandha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhandha is 508182. The village spans a total geographical area of 1929.84 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385001. Palanpur is nearest town to Dhandha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dhandha village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Vadgam Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Patan Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dhandha
Population of Dhandha
According to the 2011 Census, Dhandha has a total population of about 4,248, with approximately 2,175 males and 2,073 females. The sex ratio is around 953 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 548 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,023 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 259. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.22%, with male literacy at about 77.24% and female literacy near 54.66%. There are around 931 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhandha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,248 | 2,175 | 2,073 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 548 | 287 | 261 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,023 | 552 | 471 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 259 | 132 | 127 |
| Literate Population | 2,813 | 1,680 | 1,133 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,435 | 495 | 940 |
Connectivity of Dhandha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhandha. As per the 2011 stats, Dhandha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhandha
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhandha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhandha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhandha
- Where is Dhandha located?
- Dhandha village is situated in Palanpur Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhandha?
- Dhandha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dhandha?
- The pincode of Dhandha is 385001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dhandha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhandha is 4,248, with 2,175 males and 2,073 females.
- How many households are there in Dhandha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhandha village has a total of 931 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhandha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhandha is 66.22%. The male literacy rate is 77.24%, while the female literacy rate is 54.66%.