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
According to the 2011 Census, Dhaturiya village had a total population of 3,195 people, including 1,575 males and 1,620 females, living in 561 households. The sex ratio was 1,029 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.50%, with male literacy at 74.71% and female literacy at 54.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 131.
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 | 3,195 | 1,575 | 1,620 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 446 | 211 | 235 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 131 | 66 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 3,195, including 1,575 males and 1,620 females.
How many households are there in Dhaturiya?
Dhaturiya had 561 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhaturiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhaturiya was 64.50%. Male literacy was 74.71% and female literacy was 54.44%.