Dangra - Dhrol, Jamnagar
Dangra is a village situated in the Dhrol taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhrol and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Jamnagar. Dangra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dangra is 513767. The village covers a total geographical area of 849.63 hectares and falls under the 360110 pincode. Dhrol is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Dangra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalavad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dangra
According to the 2011 Census, Dangra village had a total population of 393 people, including 201 males and 192 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.87%, with male literacy at 81.03% and female literacy at 63.64%.
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 | 393 | 201 | 192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 27 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 239 | 141 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 60 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Dangra
Dangra 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 Dangra
Public transport in the Dangra is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Dhrol to Dangra is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Dangra is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dangra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dangra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dangra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dangra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dangra
Where is Dangra located?
Dangra village is located in Dhrol Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dangra?
Dangra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dangra?
The pincode of Dangra is 360110.
What is the population of Dangra?
Dangra had a total population of 393, including 201 males and 192 females.
How many households are there in Dangra?
Dangra had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dangra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dangra was 72.87%. Male literacy was 81.03% and female literacy was 63.64%.