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
As per Census 2011, Dandi village has a total population of 1,365 people, consisting of 721 males and 644 females. The village has 276 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 218 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 761 literate and 604 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dandi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,365 | 721 | 644 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 218 | 114 | 104 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,365, including 721 males and 644 females.
How many households are there in Dandi?
There are 276 households in Dandi.
What is the literacy rate in Dandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dandi is 55.75%. Male literacy is 68.65% and female literacy is 41.30%.