Dhandhusar - Vanthali, Junagadh
Dhandhusar is a village situated in the Vanthali taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vanthali and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Dhandhusar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhandhusar is 514408. The village covers a total geographical area of 2364.39 hectares and falls under the 362002 pincode. Vanthali is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dhandhusar 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 Dhandhusar
As per Census 2011, Dhandhusar village has a total population of 5,786 people, consisting of 2,973 males and 2,813 females. The village has 1,250 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 559 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,623 literate and 2,163 illiterate residents. Additionally, 422 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhandhusar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,786 | 2,973 | 2,813 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 559 | 306 | 253 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 422 | 229 | 193 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 3,623 | 2,102 | 1,521 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,163 | 871 | 1,292 |
Nearby Villages of Dhandhusar
Dhandhusar 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 Dhandhusar
Public transport in the Dhandhusar is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dhandhusar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vanthali to Dhandhusar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Dhandhusar is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhandhusar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhandhusar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhandhusar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhandhusar 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 Dhandhusar
Where is Dhandhusar located?
Dhandhusar village is located in Vanthali Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhandhusar?
Dhandhusar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhandhusar?
The pincode of Dhandhusar is 362002.
What is the population of Dhandhusar?
Dhandhusar has a total population of 5,786, including 2,973 males and 2,813 females.
How many households are there in Dhandhusar?
There are 1,250 households in Dhandhusar.
What is the literacy rate in Dhandhusar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhandhusar is 62.62%. Male literacy is 70.70% and female literacy is 54.07%.