Dhrab - Mundra, Kachchh
Dhrab is a village situated in the Mundra taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mundra and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Dhrab village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhrab is 507346. The village covers a total geographical area of 1573.7 hectares and falls under the 370421 pincode. Mundra is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Dhrab village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhrab
As per Census 2011, Dhrab village has a total population of 3,281 people, consisting of 2,031 males and 1,250 females. The village has 629 households and a sex ratio of 615 females per 1,000 males. There are 480 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,050 literate and 1,231 illiterate residents. Additionally, 146 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhrab are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,281 | 2,031 | 1,250 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 480 | 250 | 230 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 146 | 74 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 20 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 2,050 | 1,465 | 585 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,231 | 566 | 665 |
Nearby Villages of Dhrab
Dhrab 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 Dhrab
Dhrab 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mundra to Dhrab is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Dhrab is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhrab
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhrab 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 Dhrab
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhrab 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dhrab
Where is Dhrab located?
Dhrab village is located in Mundra Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhrab?
Dhrab is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhrab?
The pincode of Dhrab is 370421.
What is the population of Dhrab?
Dhrab has a total population of 3,281, including 2,031 males and 1,250 females.
How many households are there in Dhrab?
There are 629 households in Dhrab.
What is the literacy rate in Dhrab?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhrab is 62.48%. Male literacy is 72.13% and female literacy is 46.80%.