Dhrandva - Santalpur, Patan
Dhrandva is a village situated in the Santalpur taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Santalpur and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Patan. Daisar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhrandva village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhrandva is 508613. The village covers a total geographical area of 411.95 hectares and falls under the 385340 pincode. Radhanpur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Dhrandva village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kankrej Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhrandva
As per Census 2011, Dhrandva village has a total population of 836 people, consisting of 423 males and 413 females. The village has 167 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 170 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 357 literate and 479 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhrandva are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 836 | 423 | 413 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 80 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 357 | 223 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 479 | 200 | 279 |
Nearby Villages of Dhrandva
Dhrandva 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 Dhrandva
Dhrandva is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Radhanpur to Dhrandva is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Dhrandva is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhrandva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhrandva 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 Dhrandva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhrandva 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 Dhrandva
Where is Dhrandva located?
Dhrandva village is located in Santalpur Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhrandva?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhrandva is Daisar.
What is the pincode of Dhrandva?
The pincode of Dhrandva is 385340.
What is the population of Dhrandva?
Dhrandva has a total population of 836, including 423 males and 413 females.
How many households are there in Dhrandva?
There are 167 households in Dhrandva.
What is the literacy rate in Dhrandva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhrandva is 42.70%. Male literacy is 52.72% and female literacy is 32.45%.