Dharwala - Umrala, Bhavnagar
Dharwala is a village situated in the Umrala taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Umrala and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Dharwala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharwala is 516210. The village covers a total geographical area of 970.78 hectares and falls under the 364740 pincode. Dhola is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Dharwala 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 Dharwala
According to the 2011 Census, Dharwala village had a total population of 1,709 people, including 883 males and 826 females, living in 303 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.34%, with male literacy at 81.13% and female literacy at 67.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 230.
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 | 1,709 | 883 | 826 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 104 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 230 | 111 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,127 | 632 | 495 |
| Illiterate Population | 582 | 251 | 331 |
Nearby Villages of Dharwala
Dharwala 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 Dharwala
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Dharwala. Dharwala has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhola to Dharwala is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Dharwala is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharwala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharwala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dharwala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharwala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dharwala
Where is Dharwala located?
Dharwala village is located in Umrala Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharwala?
Dharwala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dharwala?
The pincode of Dharwala is 364740.
What is the population of Dharwala?
Dharwala had a total population of 1,709, including 883 males and 826 females.
How many households are there in Dharwala?
Dharwala had 303 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dharwala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharwala was 74.34%. Male literacy was 81.13% and female literacy was 67.16%.