Danda - Amod, Bharuch
Danda is a village situated in the Amod taluka of Bharuch district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amod and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Bharuch. Danda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Danda is 521974. The village covers a total geographical area of 889.9 hectares and falls under the 392110 pincode. Amod is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Danda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Danda
According to the 2011 Census, Danda village had a total population of 2,156 people, including 1,096 males and 1,060 females, living in 458 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.55%, with male literacy at 71.78% and female literacy at 57.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 141, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,160.
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 | 2,156 | 1,096 | 1,060 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 132 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 141 | 66 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,160 | 584 | 576 |
| Literate Population | 1,238 | 692 | 546 |
| Illiterate Population | 918 | 404 | 514 |
Nearby Villages of Danda
Danda 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 Danda
Public transport in the Danda is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Danda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amod to Danda is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bharuch to Danda is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Danda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Danda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Danda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Danda 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 Danda
Where is Danda located?
Danda village is located in Amod Taluka, Bharuch district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Danda?
Danda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Danda?
The pincode of Danda is 392110.
What is the population of Danda?
Danda had a total population of 2,156, including 1,096 males and 1,060 females.
How many households are there in Danda?
Danda had 458 households.
What is the literacy rate in Danda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Danda was 64.55%. Male literacy was 71.78% and female literacy was 57.23%.