Dhinaki - Okhamandal, Devbhumi Dwarka
Dhinaki is a village situated in the Okhamandal taluka of Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from Dwarka and around 140 km from Jamnagar. Dhinaki village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhinaki is 513475. The village covers a total geographical area of 1960.31 hectares and falls under the 361335 pincode. Dwarka is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Dhinaki 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 Dhinaki
As per Census 2011, Dhinaki village has a total population of 860 people, consisting of 443 males and 417 females. The village has 155 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 144 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 382 literate and 478 illiterate residents. Additionally, 116 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhinaki are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 860 | 443 | 417 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 74 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 116 | 57 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 382 | 224 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 478 | 219 | 259 |
Nearby Villages of Dhinaki
Dhinaki 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 Dhinaki
Dhinaki is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Dhinaki has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dwarka to Dhinaki is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Dhinaki is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhinaki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhinaki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhinaki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhinaki village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dhinaki
Where is Dhinaki located?
Dhinaki village is located in Okhamandal Taluka, Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhinaki?
Dhinaki is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhinaki?
The pincode of Dhinaki is 361335.
What is the population of Dhinaki?
Dhinaki has a total population of 860, including 443 males and 417 females.
How many households are there in Dhinaki?
There are 155 households in Dhinaki.
What is the literacy rate in Dhinaki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhinaki is 44.42%. Male literacy is 50.56% and female literacy is 37.89%.