Dadvi - Jamkandorna, Rajkot
Dadvi 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. Dadvi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dadvi is 513277. The village covers a total geographical area of 2279.8 hectares and falls under the 360405 pincode. Kalavad is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Dadvi 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 Dadvi
As per Census 2011, Dadvi village has a total population of 3,011 people, consisting of 1,522 males and 1,489 females. The village has 614 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 308 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,944 literate and 1,067 illiterate residents. Additionally, 288 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dadvi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,011 | 1,522 | 1,489 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 308 | 171 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 288 | 147 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,944 | 1,052 | 892 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,067 | 470 | 597 |
Nearby Villages of Dadvi
Dadvi 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 Dadvi
Dadvi 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 Dadvi is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Dadvi 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 Dadvi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dadvi 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 Dadvi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dadvi 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 Dadvi
Where is Dadvi located?
Dadvi village is located in Jamkandorna Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dadvi?
Dadvi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dadvi?
The pincode of Dadvi is 360405.
What is the population of Dadvi?
Dadvi has a total population of 3,011, including 1,522 males and 1,489 females.
How many households are there in Dadvi?
There are 614 households in Dadvi.
What is the literacy rate in Dadvi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dadvi is 64.56%. Male literacy is 69.12% and female literacy is 59.91%.