Dhankaniya

Dhankaniya is a village located in Botad taluka of Bhavnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Botad (tehsildar office) and 104km away from district headquarter Bhavnagar. As per 2009 stats, Dhankaniya village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Dhankaniya unique in its vibrant Botad-Bhavnagar region. You’ll see Dhankaniya’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 Dhankaniya

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhankaniya is 516026. The village spans a total geographical area of 1990.17 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 364710. Botad is nearest town to Dhankaniya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.

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Population of Dhankaniya

According to the 2011 Census, Dhankaniya has a total population of about 2,230, with approximately 1,132 males and 1,098 females. The sex ratio is around 969 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 426 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 90 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 47.44%, with male literacy at about 53.53% and female literacy near 41.17%. There are around 390 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhankaniya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,230 1,132 1,098
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 426 230 196
Scheduled Castes (SC) 90 43 47
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,058 606 452
Illiterate Population 1,172 526 646

Connectivity of Dhankaniya

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhankaniya. As per the 2011 stats, Dhankaniya 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 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Dhankaniya

Knowing the nearby villages of Dhankaniya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhankaniya.

Frequently Asked Questions about Dhankaniya

Where is Dhankaniya located?
Dhankaniya village is situated in Botad Taluka, within the Bhavnagar district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhankaniya?
Dhankaniya serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Dhankaniya?
The pincode of Dhankaniya is 364710, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhankaniya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhankaniya is 2,230, with 1,132 males and 1,098 females.
How many households are there in Dhankaniya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhankaniya village has a total of 390 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhankaniya as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhankaniya is 47.44%. The male literacy rate is 53.53%, while the female literacy rate is 41.17%.