Dhrufaniya
Dhrufaniya is a village located in Gadhada taluka of Bhavnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Gadhada (tehsildar office) and 88km away from district headquarter Bhavnagar. As per 2009 stats, Dhrufaniya village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dhrufaniya unique in its vibrant Gadhada-Bhavnagar region. You’ll see Dhrufaniya’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 Dhrufaniya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhrufaniya is 516110. The village spans a total geographical area of 1767.73 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 364750. Gadhada is nearest town to Dhrufaniya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dhrufaniya 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 Botad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dhrufaniya
Population of Dhrufaniya
According to the 2011 Census, Dhrufaniya has a total population of about 2,406, with approximately 1,219 males and 1,187 females. The sex ratio is around 973 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 370 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 315 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.57%, with male literacy at about 64.56% and female literacy near 44.31%. There are around 399 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhrufaniya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,406 | 1,219 | 1,187 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 370 | 182 | 188 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 315 | 165 | 150 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,313 | 787 | 526 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,093 | 432 | 661 |
Connectivity of Dhrufaniya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhrufaniya. As per the 2011 stats, Dhrufaniya 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhrufaniya
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhrufaniya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhrufaniya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhrufaniya
- Where is Dhrufaniya located?
- Dhrufaniya village is situated in Gadhada Taluka, within the Bhavnagar district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhrufaniya?
- Dhrufaniya serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dhrufaniya?
- The pincode of Dhrufaniya is 364750, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dhrufaniya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhrufaniya is 2,406, with 1,219 males and 1,187 females.
- How many households are there in Dhrufaniya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhrufaniya village has a total of 399 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhrufaniya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhrufaniya is 54.57%. The male literacy rate is 64.56%, while the female literacy rate is 44.31%.