Dadar - Visavadar, Junagadh
Dadar is a village situated in the Visavadar taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Visavadar and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Dadar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dadar is 514622. The village covers a total geographical area of 635.49 hectares and falls under the 362120 pincode. Visavadar is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Dadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Visavadar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dadar
According to the 2011 Census, Dadar village had a total population of 1,733 people, including 898 males and 835 females, living in 356 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.94%, with male literacy at 81.33% and female literacy at 68.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 152, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 47.
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 | 1,733 | 898 | 835 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 100 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 152 | 80 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 1,172 | 649 | 523 |
| Illiterate Population | 561 | 249 | 312 |
Nearby Villages of Dadar
Dadar 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 Dadar
Dadar 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 Visavadar to Dadar is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Dadar is about 31 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dadar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dadar
Where is Dadar located?
Dadar village is located in Visavadar Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dadar?
Dadar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dadar?
The pincode of Dadar is 362120.
What is the population of Dadar?
Dadar had a total population of 1,733, including 898 males and 835 females.
How many households are there in Dadar?
Dadar had 356 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dadar was 74.94%. Male literacy was 81.33% and female literacy was 68.28%.