Dhaturiya - Kalyanpur, Devbhumi Dwarka
Dhaturiya is a village situated in the Kalyanpur taluka of Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 32 km from Kalyanpur and around 90 km from Jamnagar. Dhaturiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhaturiya is 513989. The village covers a total geographical area of 2720.88 hectares and falls under the 361306 pincode. Khambhalia is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Dhaturiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dwarka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhaturiya
As per Census 2011, Dhaturiya village has a total population of 3,195 people, consisting of 1,575 males and 1,620 females. The village has 561 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 446 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,773 literate and 1,422 illiterate residents. Additionally, 131 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhaturiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,195 | 1,575 | 1,620 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 446 | 211 | 235 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 131 | 66 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 1,773 | 1,019 | 754 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,422 | 556 | 866 |
Nearby Villages of Dhaturiya
Dhaturiya 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 Dhaturiya
Public transport in the Dhaturiya is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Khambhalia to Dhaturiya is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Dhaturiya is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhaturiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhaturiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhaturiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhaturiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhaturiya
Where is Dhaturiya located?
Dhaturiya village is located in Kalyanpur Taluka, Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhaturiya?
Dhaturiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhaturiya?
The pincode of Dhaturiya is 361306.
What is the population of Dhaturiya?
Dhaturiya has a total population of 3,195, including 1,575 males and 1,620 females.
How many households are there in Dhaturiya?
There are 561 households in Dhaturiya.
What is the literacy rate in Dhaturiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhaturiya is 55.49%. Male literacy is 64.70% and female literacy is 46.54%.