Dayal - Mahuva, Bhavnagar
Dayal is a village situated in the Mahuva taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuva and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Dayal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dayal is 516773. The village covers a total geographical area of 876.63 hectares and falls under the 364130 pincode. Mahuva is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Dayal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahuva Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dayal
According to the 2011 Census, Dayal village had a total population of 7,238 people, including 3,674 males and 3,564 females, living in 985 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.31%, with male literacy at 65.90% and female literacy at 38.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 51.
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 | 7,238 | 3,674 | 3,564 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,319 | 686 | 633 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 29 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,096 | 1,969 | 1,127 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,142 | 1,705 | 2,437 |
Nearby Villages of Dayal
Dayal 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 Dayal
Dayal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mahuva to Dayal is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Dayal is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dayal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dayal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dayal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dayal 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dayal
Where is Dayal located?
Dayal village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dayal?
Dayal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dayal?
The pincode of Dayal is 364130.
What is the population of Dayal?
Dayal had a total population of 7,238, including 3,674 males and 3,564 females.
How many households are there in Dayal?
Dayal had 985 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dayal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dayal was 52.31%. Male literacy was 65.90% and female literacy was 38.45%.