Dharai - Mahuva, Bhavnagar
Dharai is a village situated in the Mahuva taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuva and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Dharai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharai is 516696. The village covers a total geographical area of 828.95 hectares and falls under the 364145 pincode. Mahuva is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Dharai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gariadhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dharai
As per Census 2011, Dharai village has a total population of 2,082 people, consisting of 1,047 males and 1,035 females. The village has 424 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 270 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,269 literate and 813 illiterate residents. Additionally, 121 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dharai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,082 | 1,047 | 1,035 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 270 | 151 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 121 | 61 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 1,269 | 747 | 522 |
| Illiterate Population | 813 | 300 | 513 |
Nearby Villages of Dharai
Dharai 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 Dharai
Dharai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Dharai has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mahuva to Dharai is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Dharai is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dharai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dharai
Where is Dharai located?
Dharai village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharai?
Dharai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dharai?
The pincode of Dharai is 364145.
What is the population of Dharai?
Dharai has a total population of 2,082, including 1,047 males and 1,035 females.
How many households are there in Dharai?
There are 424 households in Dharai.
What is the literacy rate in Dharai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharai is 60.95%. Male literacy is 71.35% and female literacy is 50.43%.