Dudhivadar - Jamkandorna, Rajkot
Dudhivadar is a village situated in the Jamkandorna taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamkandorna and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Mota Dudhivadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dudhivadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dudhivadar is 513314. The village covers a total geographical area of 1821.25 hectares and falls under the 360410 pincode. Dhoraji is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Dudhivadar 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 Dudhivadar
As per Census 2011, Dudhivadar village has a total population of 2,092 people, consisting of 1,058 males and 1,034 females. The village has 428 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 157 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,549 literate and 543 illiterate residents. Additionally, 180 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dudhivadar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,092 | 1,058 | 1,034 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 157 | 83 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 180 | 83 | 97 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 4 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,549 | 828 | 721 |
| Illiterate Population | 543 | 230 | 313 |
Nearby Villages of Dudhivadar
Dudhivadar 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 Dudhivadar
Dudhivadar 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhoraji to Dudhivadar is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Dudhivadar is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dudhivadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dudhivadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dudhivadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dudhivadar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dudhivadar
Where is Dudhivadar located?
Dudhivadar village is located in Jamkandorna Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dudhivadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dudhivadar is Mota Dudhivadar.
What is the pincode of Dudhivadar?
The pincode of Dudhivadar is 360410.
What is the population of Dudhivadar?
Dudhivadar has a total population of 2,092, including 1,058 males and 1,034 females.
How many households are there in Dudhivadar?
There are 428 households in Dudhivadar.
What is the literacy rate in Dudhivadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dudhivadar is 74.04%. Male literacy is 78.26% and female literacy is 69.73%.