Dhunana Gam - Paddhari, Rajkot
Dhunana Gam is a village situated in the Paddhari taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paddhari and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Dhunana Gam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhunana Gam is 512892. The village covers a total geographical area of 241.67 hectares and falls under the 360110 pincode. Paddhari is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Dhunana Gam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tankara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhunana Gam
According to the 2011 Census, Dhunana Gam village had a total population of 85 people, including 42 males and 43 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,024 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.51%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 86.84%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 85 | 42 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 39 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 13 | 3 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Dhunana Gam
Dhunana Gam 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 Dhunana Gam
Dhunana Gam 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 Paddhari to Dhunana Gam is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Dhunana Gam is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhunana Gam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhunana Gam 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhunana Gam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhunana Gam 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 Dhunana Gam
Where is Dhunana Gam located?
Dhunana Gam village is located in Paddhari Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhunana Gam?
Dhunana Gam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhunana Gam?
The pincode of Dhunana Gam is 360110.
What is the population of Dhunana Gam?
Dhunana Gam had a total population of 85, including 42 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Dhunana Gam?
Dhunana Gam had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhunana Gam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhunana Gam was 93.51%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 86.84%.