Dhandhodi - Mahudha, Kheda
Dhandhodi is a village situated in the Mahudha taluka of Kheda district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahudha and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Nadiad. Dhandhodi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhandhodi is 517654. The village covers a total geographical area of 338.98 hectares and falls under the 387335 pincode. Mahudha is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Dhandhodi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahudha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kheda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhandhodi
As per Census 2011, Dhandhodi village has a total population of 1,705 people, consisting of 885 males and 820 females. The village has 343 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 218 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,284 literate and 421 illiterate residents. Additionally, 29 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhandhodi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,705 | 885 | 820 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 218 | 120 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 1,284 | 728 | 556 |
| Illiterate Population | 421 | 157 | 264 |
Nearby Villages of Dhandhodi
Dhandhodi 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 Dhandhodi
Dhandhodi 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 Mahudha to Dhandhodi is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nadiad to Dhandhodi is about 20 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 Dhandhodi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhandhodi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhandhodi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhandhodi 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 Dhandhodi
Where is Dhandhodi located?
Dhandhodi village is located in Mahudha Taluka, Kheda district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhandhodi?
Dhandhodi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhandhodi?
The pincode of Dhandhodi is 387335.
What is the population of Dhandhodi?
Dhandhodi has a total population of 1,705, including 885 males and 820 females.
How many households are there in Dhandhodi?
There are 343 households in Dhandhodi.
What is the literacy rate in Dhandhodi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhandhodi is 75.31%. Male literacy is 82.26% and female literacy is 67.80%.