Dabhoda - Kheralu, Mahesana
Dabhoda is a village situated in the Kheralu taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kheralu and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Mahesana. Dabhoda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dabhoda is 509215. The village covers a total geographical area of 1235.21 hectares and falls under the 384325 pincode. Kheralu is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Dabhoda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kheralu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dabhoda
As per Census 2011, Dabhoda village has a total population of 10,124 people, consisting of 5,164 males and 4,960 females. The village has 1,872 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,688 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,897 literate and 4,227 illiterate residents. Additionally, 385 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dabhoda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,124 | 5,164 | 4,960 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,688 | 888 | 800 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 385 | 192 | 193 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 1 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 5,897 | 3,560 | 2,337 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,227 | 1,604 | 2,623 |
Nearby Villages of Dabhoda
Dabhoda 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 Dabhoda
Public transport in the Dabhoda is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Dabhoda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kheralu to Dabhoda is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Dabhoda is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dabhoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dabhoda 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 Dabhoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dabhoda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dabhoda
Where is Dabhoda located?
Dabhoda village is located in Kheralu Taluka, Mahesana district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dabhoda?
Dabhoda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dabhoda?
The pincode of Dabhoda is 384325.
What is the population of Dabhoda?
Dabhoda has a total population of 10,124, including 5,164 males and 4,960 females.
How many households are there in Dabhoda?
There are 1,872 households in Dabhoda.
What is the literacy rate in Dabhoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dabhoda is 58.25%. Male literacy is 68.94% and female literacy is 47.12%.