Dhokadva - Gir Gadhda, Gir Somnath
Dhokadva is a village situated in the Gir Gadhda taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from Una and around 175 km from Junagadh. Dhokadva village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhokadva is 515259. The village covers a total geographical area of 1177.67 hectares and falls under the 362565 pincode. Una is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Dhokadva village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Una Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhokadva
As per Census 2011, Dhokadva village has a total population of 6,980 people, consisting of 3,554 males and 3,426 females. The village has 1,236 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 881 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,116 literate and 2,864 illiterate residents. Additionally, 576 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 35 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhokadva are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,980 | 3,554 | 3,426 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 881 | 472 | 409 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 576 | 291 | 285 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 4,116 | 2,383 | 1,733 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,864 | 1,171 | 1,693 |
Nearby Villages of Dhokadva
Dhokadva 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 Dhokadva
Dhokadva 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 Dhokadva.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Una to Dhokadva is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Dhokadva is about 175 km, with the usual travel time around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhokadva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhokadva village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhokadva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhokadva 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 Dhokadva
Where is Dhokadva located?
Dhokadva village is located in Gir Gadhda Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhokadva?
Dhokadva is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhokadva?
The pincode of Dhokadva is 362565.
What is the population of Dhokadva?
Dhokadva has a total population of 6,980, including 3,554 males and 3,426 females.
How many households are there in Dhokadva?
There are 1,236 households in Dhokadva.
What is the literacy rate in Dhokadva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhokadva is 58.97%. Male literacy is 67.05% and female literacy is 50.58%.