Dadva (Randalna) - Umrala, Bhavnagar
Dadva (Randalna) is a village situated in the Umrala taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Umrala and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Dadva (Randalna) village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dadva (Randalna) is 516190. The village covers a total geographical area of 1524.94 hectares and falls under the 364320 pincode. Dhola is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Dadva (Randalna) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadhada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dadva (Randalna)
As per Census 2011, Dadva (Randalna) village has a total population of 3,745 people, consisting of 1,903 males and 1,842 females. The village has 737 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 432 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,552 literate and 1,193 illiterate residents. Additionally, 842 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dadva (Randalna) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,745 | 1,903 | 1,842 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 432 | 221 | 211 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 842 | 426 | 416 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,552 | 1,454 | 1,098 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,193 | 449 | 744 |
Nearby Villages of Dadva (Randalna)
Dadva (Randalna) 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 Dadva (Randalna)
Dadva (Randalna) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Dadva (Randalna).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhola to Dadva (Randalna) is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Dadva (Randalna) is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dadva (Randalna)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dadva (Randalna) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dadva (Randalna)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dadva (Randalna) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dadva (Randalna)
Where is Dadva (Randalna) located?
Dadva (Randalna) village is located in Umrala Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dadva (Randalna)?
Dadva (Randalna) is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dadva (Randalna)?
The pincode of Dadva (Randalna) is 364320.
What is the population of Dadva (Randalna)?
Dadva (Randalna) has a total population of 3,745, including 1,903 males and 1,842 females.
How many households are there in Dadva (Randalna)?
There are 737 households in Dadva (Randalna).
What is the literacy rate in Dadva (Randalna)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dadva (Randalna) is 68.14%. Male literacy is 76.41% and female literacy is 59.61%.