Dudkha - Sami, Patan
Dudkha is a village situated in the Sami taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sami and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Patan. Dudkha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dudkha is 509018. The village covers a total geographical area of 4400.4 hectares and falls under the 384245 pincode. Harij is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Dudkha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chanasma Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dudkha
As per Census 2011, Dudkha village has a total population of 4,929 people, consisting of 2,516 males and 2,413 females. The village has 942 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 726 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,716 literate and 2,213 illiterate residents. Additionally, 333 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dudkha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,929 | 2,516 | 2,413 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 726 | 374 | 352 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 333 | 163 | 170 |
| Literate Population | 2,716 | 1,697 | 1,019 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,213 | 819 | 1,394 |
Nearby Villages of Dudkha
Dudkha 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 Dudkha
Public transport in the Dudkha 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 Harij to Dudkha is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Dudkha is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dudkha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dudkha 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 Dudkha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dudkha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dudkha
Where is Dudkha located?
Dudkha village is located in Sami Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dudkha?
Dudkha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dudkha?
The pincode of Dudkha is 384245.
What is the population of Dudkha?
Dudkha has a total population of 4,929, including 2,516 males and 2,413 females.
How many households are there in Dudkha?
There are 942 households in Dudkha.
What is the literacy rate in Dudkha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dudkha is 55.10%. Male literacy is 67.45% and female literacy is 42.23%.