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
According to the 2011 Census, Datha village had a total population of 5,510 people, including 2,833 males and 2,677 females, living in 915 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.96%, with male literacy at 75.66% and female literacy at 53.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 192, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 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 had a total population of 5,510, including 2,833 males and 2,677 females.
How many households are there in Datha?
Datha had 915 households.
What is the literacy rate in Datha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Datha was 64.96%. Male literacy was 75.66% and female literacy was 53.73%.