Dharwala
Dharwala is a village located in Umrala taluka of Bhavnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Umrala (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Bhavnagar. As per 2009 stats, Dharwala village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dharwala unique in its vibrant Umrala-Bhavnagar region. You’ll see Dharwala’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dharwala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dharwala is 516210. The village spans a total geographical area of 970.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 364740. Dhola is nearest town to Dharwala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Dharwala
Population of Dharwala
According to the 2011 Census, Dharwala has a total population of about 1,709, with approximately 883 males and 826 females. The sex ratio is around 935 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 193 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 230 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.94%, with male literacy at about 71.57% and female literacy near 59.93%. There are around 303 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dharwala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,709 | 883 | 826 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 104 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 230 | 111 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,127 | 632 | 495 |
| Illiterate Population | 582 | 251 | 331 |
Connectivity of Dharwala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dharwala. As per the 2011 stats, Dharwala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dharwala
Knowing the nearby villages of Dharwala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dharwala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dharwala
- Where is Dharwala located?
- Dharwala village is situated in Umrala Taluka, within the Bhavnagar district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dharwala?
- Dharwala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dharwala?
- The pincode of Dharwala is 364740, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dharwala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dharwala is 1,709, with 883 males and 826 females.
- How many households are there in Dharwala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dharwala village has a total of 303 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dharwala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dharwala is 65.94%. The male literacy rate is 71.57%, while the female literacy rate is 59.93%.