Dudhapura - Ghoghamba, Panch Mahals
Dudhapura is a village situated in the Ghoghamba taluka of Panch Mahals district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghoghamba and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Godhra. Dudhapura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dudhapura is 518793. The village covers a total geographical area of 411.29 hectares and falls under the 389380 pincode. Halol is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Dudhapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Halol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chhota Udaipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dudhapura
As per Census 2011, Dudhapura village has a total population of 1,641 people, consisting of 863 males and 778 females. The village has 268 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 228 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 768 literate and 873 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,049 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dudhapura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,641 | 863 | 778 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 130 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,049 | 553 | 496 |
| Literate Population | 768 | 491 | 277 |
| Illiterate Population | 873 | 372 | 501 |
Nearby Villages of Dudhapura
Dudhapura 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 Dudhapura
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dudhapura.
| 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 Halol to Dudhapura is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Dudhapura is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dudhapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dudhapura 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dudhapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dudhapura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dudhapura
Where is Dudhapura located?
Dudhapura village is located in Ghoghamba Taluka, Panch Mahals district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dudhapura?
Dudhapura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dudhapura?
The pincode of Dudhapura is 389380.
What is the population of Dudhapura?
Dudhapura has a total population of 1,641, including 863 males and 778 females.
How many households are there in Dudhapura?
There are 268 households in Dudhapura.
What is the literacy rate in Dudhapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dudhapura is 46.80%. Male literacy is 56.89% and female literacy is 35.60%.