Denta - Lunawada, Mahisagar
Denta is a village situated in the Lunawada taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from Lunawada and around 70 km from Godhra. Denta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Denta is 518228. The village covers a total geographical area of 120.42 hectares and falls under the 388270 pincode. Lunawada is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Denta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lunawada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Panchmahal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Denta
According to the 2011 Census, Denta village had a total population of 1,005 people, including 524 males and 481 females, living in 203 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.64%, with male literacy at 90.22% and female literacy at 66.12%.
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 | 1,005 | 524 | 481 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 64 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 696 | 415 | 281 |
| Illiterate Population | 309 | 109 | 200 |
Nearby Villages of Denta
Denta 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 Denta
Public transport in the Denta is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lunawada to Denta is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Denta is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Denta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Denta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Denta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Denta 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 Denta
Where is Denta located?
Denta village is located in Lunawada Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Denta?
Denta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Denta?
The pincode of Denta is 388270.
What is the population of Denta?
Denta had a total population of 1,005, including 524 males and 481 females.
How many households are there in Denta?
Denta had 203 households.
What is the literacy rate in Denta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Denta was 78.64%. Male literacy was 90.22% and female literacy was 66.12%.