Datrana - Mendarda, Junagadh
Datrana is a village situated in the Mendarda taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mendarda and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Datrana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Datrana is 514678. The village covers a total geographical area of 1883.35 hectares and falls under the 362260 pincode. Junagadh is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Datrana 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 Datrana
According to the 2011 Census, Datrana village had a total population of 4,212 people, including 2,161 males and 2,051 females, living in 907 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.89%, with male literacy at 80.84% and female literacy at 66.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 593.
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 | 4,212 | 2,161 | 2,051 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 397 | 219 | 178 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 593 | 317 | 276 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,819 | 1,570 | 1,249 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,393 | 591 | 802 |
Nearby Villages of Datrana
Datrana 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 Datrana
Datrana 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagadh to Datrana is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Datrana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Datrana 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 Datrana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Datrana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Datrana
Where is Datrana located?
Datrana village is located in Mendarda Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Datrana?
Datrana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Datrana?
The pincode of Datrana is 362260.
What is the population of Datrana?
Datrana had a total population of 4,212, including 2,161 males and 2,051 females.
How many households are there in Datrana?
Datrana had 907 households.
What is the literacy rate in Datrana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Datrana was 73.89%. Male literacy was 80.84% and female literacy was 66.68%.