Dudhala - Visavadar, Junagadh
Dudhala is a village situated in the Visavadar taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Visavadar and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Dudhala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dudhala is 514647. The village covers a total geographical area of 875.79 hectares and falls under the 362130 pincode. Visavadar is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Dudhala 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 Dudhala
As per Census 2011, Dudhala village has a total population of 1,396 people, consisting of 718 males and 678 females. The village has 263 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 217 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 729 literate and 667 illiterate residents. Additionally, 38 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 90 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dudhala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,396 | 718 | 678 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 217 | 118 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 19 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 90 | 48 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 729 | 426 | 303 |
| Illiterate Population | 667 | 292 | 375 |
Nearby Villages of Dudhala
Dudhala 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 Dudhala
Public transport in the Dudhala is mainly available through shared van 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 Dudhala is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Dudhala is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dudhala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dudhala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dudhala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dudhala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dudhala
Where is Dudhala located?
Dudhala village is located in Visavadar Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dudhala?
Dudhala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dudhala?
The pincode of Dudhala is 362130.
What is the population of Dudhala?
Dudhala has a total population of 1,396, including 718 males and 678 females.
How many households are there in Dudhala?
There are 263 households in Dudhala.
What is the literacy rate in Dudhala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dudhala is 52.22%. Male literacy is 59.33% and female literacy is 44.69%.