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
As per Census 2011, Danda village has a total population of 2,156 people, consisting of 1,096 males and 1,060 females. The village has 458 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 238 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,238 literate and 918 illiterate residents. Additionally, 141 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,160 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Danda are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 2,156, including 1,096 males and 1,060 females.
How many households are there in Danda?
There are 458 households in Danda.
What is the literacy rate in Danda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Danda is 57.42%. Male literacy is 63.14% and female literacy is 51.51%.