Datha - Talaja, Bhavnagar
Datha is a village situated in the Talaja taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talaja and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Datha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Datha is 516663. The village covers a total geographical area of 1473.91 hectares and falls under the 364130 pincode. Talaja is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Datha 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 Datha
As per Census 2011, Datha village has a total population of 5,510 people, consisting of 2,833 males and 2,677 females. The village has 915 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 778 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,074 literate and 2,436 illiterate residents. Additionally, 192 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Datha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,510 | 2,833 | 2,677 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 778 | 409 | 369 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 192 | 100 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 3,074 | 1,834 | 1,240 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,436 | 999 | 1,437 |
Nearby Villages of Datha
Datha 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 Datha
Datha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Datha is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Datha is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Datha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Datha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Datha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Datha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Datha
Where is Datha located?
Datha village is located in Talaja Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Datha?
Datha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Datha?
The pincode of Datha is 364130.
What is the population of Datha?
Datha has a total population of 5,510, including 2,833 males and 2,677 females.
How many households are there in Datha?
There are 915 households in Datha.
What is the literacy rate in Datha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Datha is 55.79%. Male literacy is 64.74% and female literacy is 46.32%.