Dhundha - Jhagadia, Bharuch
Dhundha is a village situated in the Jhagadia taluka of Bharuch district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jhagadia and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Bharuch. Fichwada -dhundha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhundha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhundha is 522181. The village covers a total geographical area of 276.73 hectares and falls under the 393110 pincode. Bharuch is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Dhundha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhundha
According to the 2011 Census, Dhundha village had a total population of 448 people, including 233 males and 215 females, living in 106 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.11%, with male literacy at 87.25% and female literacy at 64.85%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 420.
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 | 448 | 233 | 215 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 29 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 420 | 220 | 200 |
| Literate Population | 309 | 178 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 55 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Dhundha
Dhundha 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 Dhundha
Public transport in the Dhundha 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 Bharuch to Dhundha is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhundha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhundha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhundha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhundha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhundha
Where is Dhundha located?
Dhundha village is located in Jhagadia Taluka, Bharuch district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhundha?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhundha is Fichwada -dhundha.
What is the pincode of Dhundha?
The pincode of Dhundha is 393110.
What is the population of Dhundha?
Dhundha had a total population of 448, including 233 males and 215 females.
How many households are there in Dhundha?
Dhundha had 106 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhundha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhundha was 76.11%. Male literacy was 87.25% and female literacy was 64.85%.