Dharuka - Umrala, Bhavnagar
Dharuka is a village situated in the Umrala taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Umrala and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Dharuka village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharuka is 516203. The village covers a total geographical area of 1483.83 hectares and falls under the 364330 pincode. Umrala is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Dharuka 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 Dharuka
As per Census 2011, Dharuka village has a total population of 2,106 people, consisting of 1,051 males and 1,055 females. The village has 449 households and a sex ratio of 1,003 females per 1,000 males. There are 231 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,197 literate and 909 illiterate residents. Additionally, 149 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dharuka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,106 | 1,051 | 1,055 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 231 | 118 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 149 | 75 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,197 | 687 | 510 |
| Illiterate Population | 909 | 364 | 545 |
Nearby Villages of Dharuka
Dharuka 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 Dharuka
Public transport in the Dharuka is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dharuka.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Umrala to Dharuka is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Dharuka is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharuka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharuka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dharuka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharuka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Dharuka
Where is Dharuka located?
Dharuka village is located in Umrala Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharuka?
Dharuka is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dharuka?
The pincode of Dharuka is 364330.
What is the population of Dharuka?
Dharuka has a total population of 2,106, including 1,051 males and 1,055 females.
How many households are there in Dharuka?
There are 449 households in Dharuka.
What is the literacy rate in Dharuka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharuka is 56.84%. Male literacy is 65.37% and female literacy is 48.34%.