Dalpur - Prantij, Sabar Kantha
Dalpur is a village situated in the Prantij taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Prantij and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Dalpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dalpur is 510586. The village covers a total geographical area of 955.03 hectares and falls under the 383120 pincode. Himatnagar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dalpur
As per Census 2011, Dalpur village has a total population of 3,313 people, consisting of 1,733 males and 1,580 females. The village has 695 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 422 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,192 literate and 1,121 illiterate residents. Additionally, 128 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 24 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,313 | 1,733 | 1,580 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 422 | 227 | 195 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 128 | 61 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 2,192 | 1,327 | 865 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,121 | 406 | 715 |
Nearby Villages of Dalpur
Dalpur 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 Dalpur
Dalpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Dalpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Himatnagar to Dalpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dalpur 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 Dalpur
Where is Dalpur located?
Dalpur village is located in Prantij Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dalpur?
Dalpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dalpur?
The pincode of Dalpur is 383120.
What is the population of Dalpur?
Dalpur has a total population of 3,313, including 1,733 males and 1,580 females.
How many households are there in Dalpur?
There are 695 households in Dalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Dalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dalpur is 66.16%. Male literacy is 76.57% and female literacy is 54.75%.