Dadar - Jamkandorna, Rajkot
Dadar is a village situated in the Jamkandorna taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamkandorna and around 94 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Jam Dadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dadar is 513275. The village covers a total geographical area of 1747.3 hectares and falls under the 360452 pincode. Kalavad is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Dadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jetpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dadar
As per Census 2011, Dadar village has a total population of 1,597 people, consisting of 811 males and 786 females. The village has 378 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 151 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,028 literate and 569 illiterate residents. Additionally, 182 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dadar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,597 | 811 | 786 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 93 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 182 | 102 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 1,028 | 551 | 477 |
| Illiterate Population | 569 | 260 | 309 |
Nearby Villages of Dadar
Dadar 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 Dadar
Dadar 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 Kalavad to Dadar is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Dadar is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dadar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dadar
Where is Dadar located?
Dadar village is located in Jamkandorna Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dadar is Jam Dadar.
What is the pincode of Dadar?
The pincode of Dadar is 360452.
What is the population of Dadar?
Dadar has a total population of 1,597, including 811 males and 786 females.
How many households are there in Dadar?
There are 378 households in Dadar.
What is the literacy rate in Dadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dadar is 64.37%. Male literacy is 67.94% and female literacy is 60.69%.