Danta - Khambhalia, Devbhumi Dwarka
Danta is a village situated in the Khambhalia taluka of Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from Khambhalia and around 50 km from Jamnagar. Danta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Danta is 513506. The village covers a total geographical area of 1764.19 hectares and falls under the 361305 pincode. Khambhalia is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Danta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khambhalia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Danta
As per Census 2011, Danta village has a total population of 1,452 people, consisting of 749 males and 703 females. The village has 251 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 268 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 587 literate and 865 illiterate residents. Additionally, 215 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Danta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,452 | 749 | 703 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 268 | 142 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 215 | 118 | 97 |
| Literate Population | 587 | 352 | 235 |
| Illiterate Population | 865 | 397 | 468 |
Nearby Villages of Danta
Danta 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 Danta
Danta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Danta is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Danta 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 Danta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Danta 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 Danta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Danta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Danta
Where is Danta located?
Danta village is located in Khambhalia Taluka, Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Danta?
Danta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Danta?
The pincode of Danta is 361305.
What is the population of Danta?
Danta has a total population of 1,452, including 749 males and 703 females.
How many households are there in Danta?
There are 251 households in Danta.
What is the literacy rate in Danta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Danta is 40.43%. Male literacy is 47.00% and female literacy is 33.43%.