Dharusana - Visnagar, Mahesana
Dharusana is a village situated in the Visnagar taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Visnagar and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Mahesana. Dharusana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharusana is 509335. The village covers a total geographical area of 289.31 hectares and falls under the 384001 pincode. Visnagar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Dharusana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dharusana
According to the 2011 Census, Dharusana village had a total population of 801 people, including 412 males and 389 females, living in 162 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.14%, with male literacy at 86.19% and female literacy at 69.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 801 | 412 | 389 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 50 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 554 | 312 | 242 |
| Illiterate Population | 247 | 100 | 147 |
Nearby Villages of Dharusana
Dharusana 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 Dharusana
Dharusana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Dharusana has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Visnagar to Dharusana is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Dharusana 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 Dharusana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharusana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dharusana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharusana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dharusana
Where is Dharusana located?
Dharusana village is located in Visnagar Taluka, Mahesana district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharusana?
Dharusana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dharusana?
The pincode of Dharusana is 384001.
What is the population of Dharusana?
Dharusana had a total population of 801, including 412 males and 389 females.
How many households are there in Dharusana?
Dharusana had 162 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dharusana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharusana was 78.14%. Male literacy was 86.19% and female literacy was 69.74%.