Dhamlej - Sutrapada, Gir Somnath
Dhamlej is a village situated in the Sutrapada taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from Sutrapada and around 124 km from Junagadh. Dhamlej village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhamlej is 515098. The village covers a total geographical area of 1371.8 hectares and falls under the 362275 pincode. Kodinar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Dhamlej village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhamlej
As per Census 2011, Dhamlej village has a total population of 11,531 people, consisting of 5,875 males and 5,656 females. The village has 1,969 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,695 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,695 literate and 4,836 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,023 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhamlej are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,531 | 5,875 | 5,656 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,695 | 856 | 839 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,023 | 505 | 518 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 6,695 | 3,878 | 2,817 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,836 | 1,997 | 2,839 |
Nearby Villages of Dhamlej
Dhamlej 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 Dhamlej
Public transport in the Dhamlej is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Kodinar to Dhamlej is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Dhamlej is about 124 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhamlej
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhamlej village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhamlej
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhamlej village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhamlej
Where is Dhamlej located?
Dhamlej village is located in Sutrapada Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhamlej?
Dhamlej is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhamlej?
The pincode of Dhamlej is 362275.
What is the population of Dhamlej?
Dhamlej has a total population of 11,531, including 5,875 males and 5,656 females.
How many households are there in Dhamlej?
There are 1,969 households in Dhamlej.
What is the literacy rate in Dhamlej?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhamlej is 58.06%. Male literacy is 66.01% and female literacy is 49.81%.