Dadva - Manavadar, Junagadh
Dadva is a village situated in the Manavadar taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manavadar and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Dadva village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dadva is 514376. The village covers a total geographical area of 776.97 hectares and falls under the 362620 pincode. Bantwa is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Dadva village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manavadar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dadva
According to the 2011 Census, Dadva village had a total population of 966 people, including 493 males and 473 females, living in 227 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.12%, with male literacy at 86.32% and female literacy at 71.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 356.
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 | 966 | 493 | 473 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 47 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 356 | 187 | 169 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 682 | 385 | 297 |
| Illiterate Population | 284 | 108 | 176 |
Nearby Villages of Dadva
Dadva 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 Dadva
Dadva 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bantwa to Dadva is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Dadva is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dadva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dadva village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dadva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dadva 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dadva
Where is Dadva located?
Dadva village is located in Manavadar Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dadva?
Dadva is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dadva?
The pincode of Dadva is 362620.
What is the population of Dadva?
Dadva had a total population of 966, including 493 males and 473 females.
How many households are there in Dadva?
Dadva had 227 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dadva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dadva was 79.12%. Male literacy was 86.32% and female literacy was 71.39%.