Dudhiya - Kalyanpur, Devbhumi Dwarka
Dudhiya is a village situated in the Kalyanpur taluka of Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Kalyanpur and around 75 km from Jamnagar. Dudhiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dudhiya is 513988. The village covers a total geographical area of 774.88 hectares and falls under the 361325 pincode. Khambhalia is the nearest town, located about 30 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 Dwarka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dudhiya
According to the 2011 Census, Dudhiya village had a total population of 1,690 people, including 843 males and 847 females, living in 323 households. The sex ratio was 1,005 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.54%, with male literacy at 80.54% and female literacy at 62.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 71.
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 | 1,690 | 843 | 847 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 103 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 39 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,066 | 596 | 470 |
| Illiterate Population | 624 | 247 | 377 |
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
Public transport in the Dudhiya is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khambhalia to Dudhiya is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Dudhiya is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dudhiya
Where is Dudhiya located?
Dudhiya village is located in Kalyanpur Taluka, Devbhumi Dwarka 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 361325.
What is the population of Dudhiya?
Dudhiya had a total population of 1,690, including 843 males and 847 females.
How many households are there in Dudhiya?
Dudhiya had 323 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dudhiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dudhiya was 71.54%. Male literacy was 80.54% and female literacy was 62.67%.