Dharsan - Kutiyana, Porbandar
Dharsan is a village situated in the Kutiyana taluka of Porbandar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kutiyana and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Porbandar. Dharsan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharsan is 514339. The village covers a total geographical area of 815.19 hectares and falls under the 362620 pincode. Bantwa is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Dharsan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dharsan
As per Census 2011, Dharsan village has a total population of 843 people, consisting of 409 males and 434 females. The village has 176 households and a sex ratio of 1,061 females per 1,000 males. There are 96 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 571 literate and 272 illiterate residents. Additionally, 94 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dharsan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 843 | 409 | 434 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 51 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 46 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 571 | 319 | 252 |
| Illiterate Population | 272 | 90 | 182 |
Nearby Villages of Dharsan
Dharsan 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 Dharsan
Public transport in the Dharsan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bantwa to Dharsan is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Porbandar to Dharsan is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharsan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharsan 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 Dharsan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharsan 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 Dharsan
Where is Dharsan located?
Dharsan village is located in Kutiyana Taluka, Porbandar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharsan?
Dharsan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dharsan?
The pincode of Dharsan is 362620.
What is the population of Dharsan?
Dharsan has a total population of 843, including 409 males and 434 females.
How many households are there in Dharsan?
There are 176 households in Dharsan.
What is the literacy rate in Dharsan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharsan is 67.73%. Male literacy is 78.00% and female literacy is 58.06%.