Dhelana - Mangrol, Junagadh
Dhelana is a village situated in the Mangrol taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mangrol and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Dhelana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhelana is 514821. The village covers a total geographical area of 958.51 hectares and falls under the 362225 pincode. Mangrol is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Dhelana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mangrol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhelana
As per Census 2011, Dhelana village has a total population of 2,716 people, consisting of 1,363 males and 1,353 females. The village has 489 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 293 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,772 literate and 944 illiterate residents. Additionally, 681 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 544 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhelana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,716 | 1,363 | 1,353 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 293 | 139 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 681 | 342 | 339 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 544 | 271 | 273 |
| Literate Population | 1,772 | 1,019 | 753 |
| Illiterate Population | 944 | 344 | 600 |
Nearby Villages of Dhelana
Dhelana 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 Dhelana
Public transport in the Dhelana is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Mangrol to Dhelana is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Dhelana is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhelana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhelana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhelana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhelana 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dhelana
Where is Dhelana located?
Dhelana village is located in Mangrol Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhelana?
Dhelana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhelana?
The pincode of Dhelana is 362225.
What is the population of Dhelana?
Dhelana has a total population of 2,716, including 1,363 males and 1,353 females.
How many households are there in Dhelana?
There are 489 households in Dhelana.
What is the literacy rate in Dhelana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhelana is 65.24%. Male literacy is 74.76% and female literacy is 55.65%.