Dundas
Dundas is a village located in Mahuva taluka of Bhavnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Mahuva (tehsildar office) and 112km away from district headquarter Bhavnagar. As per 2009 stats, Dundas village is also a gram panchayat.
Dundas has its own place in the vibrant Bhavnagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Dundas
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dundas is 516783. The village spans a total geographical area of 802.68 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 364290. Mahuva is nearest town to Dundas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dundas 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 Mahuva Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Amreli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dundas
Population of Dundas
Below is a concise population overview of Dundas as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,506 | 764 | 742 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 206 | 121 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 43 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 754 | 445 | 309 |
| Illiterate Population | 752 | 319 | 433 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dundas village:
- The total population of Dundas village is around 1,506, including approximately 764 males and 742 females, with a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 206 children aged 0–6 years in Dundas village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dundas village has 85 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Dundas village is about 50.07%, with male literacy at 58.25% and female literacy at 41.64%.
- There are around 298 households in Dundas village.
Connectivity of Dundas
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dundas. As per the 2011 stats, Dundas 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 Dundas
Knowing the nearby villages of Dundas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dundas.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dundas
- Where is Dundas located?
- Dundas village is situated in Mahuva Taluka, within the Bhavnagar district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dundas?
- Dundas serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dundas?
- The pincode of Dundas is 364290, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dundas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dundas is 1,506, with 764 males and 742 females.
- How many households are there in Dundas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dundas village has a total of 298 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dundas as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dundas is 50.07%. The male literacy rate is 58.25%, while the female literacy rate is 41.64%.