Dudana - Mahuva, Bhavnagar
Dudana 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. Dudana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dudana is 516697. The village covers a total geographical area of 566.22 hectares and falls under the 364145 pincode. Mahuva is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Dudana 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 Dudana
As per Census 2011, Dudana village has a total population of 1,545 people, consisting of 776 males and 769 females. The village has 256 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 236 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 857 literate and 688 illiterate residents. Additionally, 199 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dudana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,545 | 776 | 769 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 236 | 107 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 199 | 95 | 104 |
| Literate Population | 857 | 543 | 314 |
| Illiterate Population | 688 | 233 | 455 |
Nearby Villages of Dudana
Dudana 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 Dudana
Dudana is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Dudana is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Dudana 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 Dudana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dudana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dudana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dudana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dudana
Where is Dudana located?
Dudana village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dudana?
Dudana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dudana?
The pincode of Dudana is 364145.
What is the population of Dudana?
Dudana has a total population of 1,545, including 776 males and 769 females.
How many households are there in Dudana?
There are 256 households in Dudana.
What is the literacy rate in Dudana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dudana is 55.47%. Male literacy is 69.97% and female literacy is 40.83%.