Dadhvav - Vijaynagar, Sabar Kantha
Dadhvav is a village situated in the Vijaynagar taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vijaynagar and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Dadhvav village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dadhvav is 509929. The village covers a total geographical area of 343.19 hectares and falls under the 383462 pincode. Vijaynagar is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Dadhvav village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dadhvav
As per Census 2011, Dadhvav village has a total population of 2,064 people, consisting of 1,083 males and 981 females. The village has 407 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 271 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,334 literate and 730 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,484 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dadhvav are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,064 | 1,083 | 981 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 271 | 152 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,484 | 784 | 700 |
| Literate Population | 1,334 | 824 | 510 |
| Illiterate Population | 730 | 259 | 471 |
Nearby Villages of Dadhvav
Dadhvav 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 Dadhvav
Dadhvav 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vijaynagar to Dadhvav is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Dadhvav is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dadhvav
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dadhvav 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 Dadhvav
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dadhvav 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 Dadhvav
Where is Dadhvav located?
Dadhvav village is located in Vijaynagar Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dadhvav?
Dadhvav is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dadhvav?
The pincode of Dadhvav is 383462.
What is the population of Dadhvav?
Dadhvav has a total population of 2,064, including 1,083 males and 981 females.
How many households are there in Dadhvav?
There are 407 households in Dadhvav.
What is the literacy rate in Dadhvav?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dadhvav is 64.63%. Male literacy is 76.08% and female literacy is 51.99%.