Dakana - Talaja, Bhavnagar
Dakana is a village situated in the Talaja taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talaja and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Dakana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dakana is 516634. The village covers a total geographical area of 594.73 hectares and falls under the 364140 pincode. Talaja is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Dakana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talaja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dakana
As per Census 2011, Dakana village has a total population of 3,134 people, consisting of 1,634 males and 1,500 females. The village has 574 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 432 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,787 literate and 1,347 illiterate residents. Additionally, 148 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dakana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,134 | 1,634 | 1,500 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 432 | 222 | 210 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 148 | 83 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 1,787 | 1,148 | 639 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,347 | 486 | 861 |
Nearby Villages of Dakana
Dakana 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 Dakana
Public transport in the Dakana is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talaja to Dakana is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Dakana is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dakana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dakana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dakana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dakana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dakana
Where is Dakana located?
Dakana village is located in Talaja Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dakana?
Dakana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dakana?
The pincode of Dakana is 364140.
What is the population of Dakana?
Dakana has a total population of 3,134, including 1,634 males and 1,500 females.
How many households are there in Dakana?
There are 574 households in Dakana.
What is the literacy rate in Dakana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dakana is 57.02%. Male literacy is 70.26% and female literacy is 42.60%.