Dhandhusar - Khambhalia, Devbhumi Dwarka
Dhandhusar is a village situated in the Khambhalia taluka of Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from Khambhalia and around 79 km from Jamnagar. Dhandhusar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhandhusar is 513529. The village covers a total geographical area of 313.32 hectares and falls under the 361305 pincode. Khambhalia is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Dhandhusar 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 Dhandhusar
According to the 2011 Census, Dhandhusar village had a total population of 578 people, including 294 males and 284 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.23%, with male literacy at 70.93% and female literacy at 53.36%.
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 | 578 | 294 | 284 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 36 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 318 | 183 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 260 | 111 | 149 |
Nearby Villages of Dhandhusar
Dhandhusar 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 Dhandhusar
Dhandhusar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dhandhusar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khambhalia to Dhandhusar is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Dhandhusar is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhandhusar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhandhusar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhandhusar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhandhusar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhandhusar
Where is Dhandhusar located?
Dhandhusar village is located in Khambhalia Taluka, Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhandhusar?
Dhandhusar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhandhusar?
The pincode of Dhandhusar is 361305.
What is the population of Dhandhusar?
Dhandhusar had a total population of 578, including 294 males and 284 females.
How many households are there in Dhandhusar?
Dhandhusar had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhandhusar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhandhusar was 62.23%. Male literacy was 70.93% and female literacy was 53.36%.