Dantiya
Dantiya is a village located in Tharad taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Tharad (tehsildar office) and 108km away from district headquarter Palanpur. As per 2009 stats, Dantiya village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dantiya unique in its vibrant Tharad-Banas Kantha region. You’ll see Dantiya’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 Dantiya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dantiya is 507515. The village spans a total geographical area of 2057.18 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385565. Tharad is nearest town to Dantiya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dantiya 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 Tharad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dantiya
Population of Dantiya
According to the 2011 Census, Dantiya has a total population of about 3,134, with approximately 1,622 males and 1,512 females. The sex ratio is around 932 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 451 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 236 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.48%, with male literacy at about 70.53% and female literacy near 41.40%. There are around 518 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dantiya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,134 | 1,622 | 1,512 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 451 | 225 | 226 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 236 | 128 | 108 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,770 | 1,144 | 626 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,364 | 478 | 886 |
Connectivity of Dantiya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dantiya. As per the 2011 stats, Dantiya 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dantiya
Knowing the nearby villages of Dantiya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dantiya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dantiya
- Where is Dantiya located?
- Dantiya village is situated in Tharad Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dantiya?
- Dantiya serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dantiya?
- The pincode of Dantiya is 385565, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dantiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dantiya is 3,134, with 1,622 males and 1,512 females.
- How many households are there in Dantiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dantiya village has a total of 518 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dantiya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dantiya is 56.48%. The male literacy rate is 70.53%, while the female literacy rate is 41.40%.