Dudhiya - Devgadbaria, Dahod
Dudhiya is a village situated in the Devgadbaria taluka of Dahod district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 13 km from Devgadbaria and around 71 km from Dohad. Dudhiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dudhiya is 519561. The village covers a total geographical area of 692.22 hectares and falls under the 389380 pincode. Devgadbaria is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Dudhiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Devgadbaria Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dahod Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dudhiya
As per Census 2011, Dudhiya village has a total population of 2,777 people, consisting of 1,399 males and 1,378 females. The village has 452 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 460 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,369 literate and 1,408 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 125 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dudhiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,777 | 1,399 | 1,378 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 460 | 239 | 221 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 125 | 66 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 1,369 | 873 | 496 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,408 | 526 | 882 |
Nearby Villages of Dudhiya
Dudhiya 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 Dudhiya
Dudhiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Devgadbaria to Dudhiya is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dohad to Dudhiya is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dudhiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dudhiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dudhiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dudhiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dudhiya
Where is Dudhiya located?
Dudhiya village is located in Devgadbaria Taluka, Dahod district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dudhiya?
Dudhiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dudhiya?
The pincode of Dudhiya is 389380.
What is the population of Dudhiya?
Dudhiya has a total population of 2,777, including 1,399 males and 1,378 females.
How many households are there in Dudhiya?
There are 452 households in Dudhiya.
What is the literacy rate in Dudhiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dudhiya is 49.30%. Male literacy is 62.40% and female literacy is 35.99%.