Mul Dwarka - Kodinar, Gir Somnath
Mul Dwarka is a village situated in the Kodinar taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from Kodinar and around 139 km from Junagadh. Mul Dwarka village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mul Dwarka is 515149. The village covers a total geographical area of 247.53 hectares and falls under the 362720 pincode. Kodinar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Mul Dwarka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kodinar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mul Dwarka
As per Census 2011, Mul Dwarka village has a total population of 6,326 people, consisting of 3,242 males and 3,084 females. The village has 955 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,141 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,510 literate and 3,816 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mul Dwarka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,326 | 3,242 | 3,084 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,141 | 598 | 543 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,510 | 1,484 | 1,026 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,816 | 1,758 | 2,058 |
Nearby Villages of Mul Dwarka
Mul Dwarka 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 Mul Dwarka
Mul Dwarka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Mul Dwarka.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kodinar to Mul Dwarka is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Mul Dwarka is about 139 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 Mul Dwarka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mul Dwarka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mul Dwarka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mul Dwarka 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mul Dwarka
Where is Mul Dwarka located?
Mul Dwarka village is located in Kodinar Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mul Dwarka?
Mul Dwarka is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mul Dwarka?
The pincode of Mul Dwarka is 362720.
What is the population of Mul Dwarka?
Mul Dwarka has a total population of 6,326, including 3,242 males and 3,084 females.
How many households are there in Mul Dwarka?
There are 955 households in Mul Dwarka.
What is the literacy rate in Mul Dwarka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mul Dwarka is 39.68%. Male literacy is 45.77% and female literacy is 33.27%.