Dhvaj Village Overview
Dhvaj is a village in Mandvi tehsil of Surat district, Gujarat. It lies about 35 km from Mandvi tehsil headquarters and around 101 km from Surat district headquarters. As per available records (2009), Maldha is the Gram Panchayat for Dhvaj village.
The sections below provide essential information about Dhvaj village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhvaj is 524080. The village covers a geographical area of 213.48 hectares and has a pincode of 394440. Mandvi is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Location Map of Dhvaj
Population & Demographics of Dhvaj
This section provides population and demographic details of Dhvaj village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 189 | 97 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 187 | 95 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 119 | 67 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 30 | 40 |
Key population details of Dhvaj village are given below:
- Dhvaj village is a very small village with a total population of around 189, including approximately 97 males and 92 females, with a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- 1 residents belong to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 187 residents belong to the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy level of Dhvaj village is good, with a literacy rate of about 62.96%.
- There are around 41 households in Dhvaj village.
Transport & Connectivity of Dhvaj
Transport facilities help residents of Dhvaj village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhvaj
The following villages are located close to Dhvaj and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhvaj
- Where is Dhvaj located?
- Dhvaj village is located in Mandvi Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhvaj?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dhvaj is Maldha (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the pincode of Dhvaj?
- The pincode of Dhvaj is 394440.
- What is the population of Dhvaj?
- Dhvaj has a total population of 189, including 97 males and 92 females.
- How many households are there in Dhvaj?
- There are 41 households in Dhvaj.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhvaj?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhvaj is 62.96%. Male literacy is 69.07% and female literacy is 56.52%.