Dhrafa - Jamjodhpur, Jamnagar
Dhrafa is a village situated in the Jamjodhpur taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamjodhapur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Jamnagar. Dhrafa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhrafa is 514145. The village covers a total geographical area of 6129.81 hectares and falls under the 360520 pincode. Jamjodhpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dhrafa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jamjodhpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhrafa
As per Census 2011, Dhrafa village has a total population of 2,618 people, consisting of 1,331 males and 1,287 females. The village has 534 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 264 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,877 literate and 741 illiterate residents. Additionally, 162 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhrafa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,618 | 1,331 | 1,287 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 264 | 157 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 162 | 86 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,877 | 1,015 | 862 |
| Illiterate Population | 741 | 316 | 425 |
Nearby Villages of Dhrafa
Dhrafa 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 Dhrafa
Dhrafa 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 | 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 Jamjodhpur to Dhrafa is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Dhrafa is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhrafa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhrafa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhrafa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhrafa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhrafa
Where is Dhrafa located?
Dhrafa village is located in Jamjodhpur Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhrafa?
Dhrafa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhrafa?
The pincode of Dhrafa is 360520.
What is the population of Dhrafa?
Dhrafa has a total population of 2,618, including 1,331 males and 1,287 females.
How many households are there in Dhrafa?
There are 534 households in Dhrafa.
What is the literacy rate in Dhrafa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhrafa is 71.70%. Male literacy is 76.26% and female literacy is 66.98%.