Dhardi - Talaja, Bhavnagar
Dhardi 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 37 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Dhardi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhardi is 516591. The village covers a total geographical area of 463.61 hectares and falls under the 364150 pincode. Talaja is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Dhardi 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 Dhardi
As per Census 2011, Dhardi village has a total population of 1,852 people, consisting of 946 males and 906 females. The village has 342 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 294 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,027 literate and 825 illiterate residents. Additionally, 25 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhardi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,852 | 946 | 906 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 294 | 151 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 1,027 | 629 | 398 |
| Illiterate Population | 825 | 317 | 508 |
Nearby Villages of Dhardi
Dhardi 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 Dhardi
Dhardi 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 Dhardi is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Dhardi is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhardi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhardi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dhardi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhardi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhardi
Where is Dhardi located?
Dhardi village is located in Talaja Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhardi?
Dhardi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhardi?
The pincode of Dhardi is 364150.
What is the population of Dhardi?
Dhardi has a total population of 1,852, including 946 males and 906 females.
How many households are there in Dhardi?
There are 342 households in Dhardi.
What is the literacy rate in Dhardi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhardi is 55.45%. Male literacy is 66.49% and female literacy is 43.93%.