Dantrad - Talaja, Bhavnagar
Dantrad is a village situated in the Talaja taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talaja and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Dantrad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dantrad is 516595. The village covers a total geographical area of 313.75 hectares and falls under the 364140 pincode. Talaja is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Dantrad 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 Dantrad
According to the 2011 Census, Dantrad village had a total population of 1,415 people, including 721 males and 694 females, living in 237 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.81%, with male literacy at 84.89% and female literacy at 62.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 112, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 1,415 | 721 | 694 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 99 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 112 | 59 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 916 | 528 | 388 |
| Illiterate Population | 499 | 193 | 306 |
Nearby Villages of Dantrad
Dantrad 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 Dantrad
Dantrad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Talaja to Dantrad is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Dantrad is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dantrad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dantrad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dantrad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dantrad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dantrad
Where is Dantrad located?
Dantrad village is located in Talaja Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dantrad?
Dantrad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dantrad?
The pincode of Dantrad is 364140.
What is the population of Dantrad?
Dantrad had a total population of 1,415, including 721 males and 694 females.
How many households are there in Dantrad?
Dantrad had 237 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dantrad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dantrad was 73.81%. Male literacy was 84.89% and female literacy was 62.68%.