Dandi - Una, Gir Somnath
Dandi is a village situated in the Una taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from Una and around 192 km from Junagadh. Dandi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dandi is 515361. The village covers a total geographical area of 456.93 hectares and falls under the 362510 pincode. Una is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Dandi 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 Dandi
According to the 2011 Census, Dandi village had a total population of 1,365 people, including 721 males and 644 females, living in 276 households. The sex ratio was 893 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.35%, with male literacy at 81.55% and female literacy at 49.26%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 12.
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 | 1,365 | 721 | 644 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 218 | 114 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 761 | 495 | 266 |
| Illiterate Population | 604 | 226 | 378 |
Nearby Villages of Dandi
Dandi 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 Dandi
Dandi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Una to Dandi is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Dandi is about 192 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dandi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dandi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dandi
Where is Dandi located?
Dandi village is located in Una Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dandi?
Dandi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dandi?
The pincode of Dandi is 362510.
What is the population of Dandi?
Dandi had a total population of 1,365, including 721 males and 644 females.
How many households are there in Dandi?
Dandi had 276 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dandi was 66.35%. Male literacy was 81.55% and female literacy was 49.26%.