Dangarvada - Kalavad, Jamnagar
Dangarvada is a village situated in the Kalavad taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalavad and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Jamnagar. Dangarvada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dangarvada is 513852. The village covers a total geographical area of 497.48 hectares and falls under the 361007 pincode. Gondal is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Dangarvada 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 Dangarvada
According to the 2011 Census, Dangarvada village had a total population of 551 people, including 274 males and 277 females, living in 140 households. The sex ratio was 1,011 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.32%, with male literacy at 71.89% and female literacy at 52.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19.
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 | 551 | 274 | 277 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 25 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 311 | 179 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 240 | 95 | 145 |
Nearby Villages of Dangarvada
Dangarvada 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 Dangarvada
Public transport in the Dangarvada 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 Gondal to Dangarvada is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Dangarvada is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dangarvada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dangarvada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dangarvada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dangarvada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dangarvada
Where is Dangarvada located?
Dangarvada village is located in Kalavad Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dangarvada?
Dangarvada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dangarvada?
The pincode of Dangarvada is 361007.
What is the population of Dangarvada?
Dangarvada had a total population of 551, including 274 males and 277 females.
How many households are there in Dangarvada?
Dangarvada had 140 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dangarvada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dangarvada was 62.32%. Male literacy was 71.89% and female literacy was 52.80%.