Dundas - Mahuva, Bhavnagar
Dundas is a village situated in the Mahuva taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuva and around 112 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Dundas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dundas is 516783. The village covers a total geographical area of 802.68 hectares and falls under the 364290 pincode. Mahuva is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Dundas 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 Dundas
According to the 2011 Census, Dundas village had a total population of 1,506 people, including 764 males and 742 females, living in 298 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.00%, with male literacy at 69.21% and female literacy at 47.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 85.
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 | 1,506 | 764 | 742 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 206 | 121 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 43 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 754 | 445 | 309 |
| Illiterate Population | 752 | 319 | 433 |
Nearby Villages of Dundas
Dundas 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 Dundas
Dundas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Dundas has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Dundas is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Dundas is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dundas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dundas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dundas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dundas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dundas
Where is Dundas located?
Dundas village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dundas?
Dundas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dundas?
The pincode of Dundas is 364290.
What is the population of Dundas?
Dundas had a total population of 1,506, including 764 males and 742 females.
How many households are there in Dundas?
Dundas had 298 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dundas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dundas was 58.00%. Male literacy was 69.21% and female literacy was 47.03%.