Dholavira - Bhachau, Kachchh
Dholavira is a village situated in the Bhachau taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 155 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhachau and around 235 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Dholavira village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dholavira is 506623. The village covers a total geographical area of 5287.43 hectares and falls under the 370165 pincode. Rapar is the nearest town, located about 66 km away.
Dholavira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rapar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kachchh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dholavira
As per Census 2011, Dholavira village has a total population of 2,222 people, consisting of 1,194 males and 1,028 females. The village has 422 households and a sex ratio of 860 females per 1,000 males. There are 381 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,214 literate and 1,008 illiterate residents. Additionally, 310 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dholavira are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,222 | 1,194 | 1,028 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 381 | 187 | 194 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 310 | 151 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,214 | 803 | 411 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,008 | 391 | 617 |
Nearby Villages of Dholavira
Dholavira 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 Dholavira
Public transport in the Dholavira is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rapar to Dholavira is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Dholavira is about 235 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dholavira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dholavira 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 Dholavira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dholavira 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Dholavira
Where is Dholavira located?
Dholavira village is located in Bhachau Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dholavira?
Dholavira is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dholavira?
The pincode of Dholavira is 370165.
What is the population of Dholavira?
Dholavira has a total population of 2,222, including 1,194 males and 1,028 females.
How many households are there in Dholavira?
There are 422 households in Dholavira.
What is the literacy rate in Dholavira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dholavira is 54.64%. Male literacy is 67.25% and female literacy is 39.98%.