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
As per Census 2011, Dadva village has a total population of 966 people, consisting of 493 males and 473 females. The village has 227 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 104 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 682 literate and 284 illiterate residents. Additionally, 356 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dadva are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 966 | 493 | 473 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 47 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 356 | 187 | 169 |
| 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 has a total population of 966, including 493 males and 473 females.
How many households are there in Dadva?
There are 227 households in Dadva.
What is the literacy rate in Dadva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dadva is 70.60%. Male literacy is 78.09% and female literacy is 62.79%.