Dinod - Mangrol, Surat
Dinod is a village situated in the Mangrol taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mangrol and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Dinod village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dinod is 523797. The village covers a total geographical area of 1543.6 hectares and falls under the 394125 pincode. Tarsadi is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Dinod village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mangrol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dinod
As per Census 2011, Dinod village has a total population of 1,281 people, consisting of 655 males and 626 females. The village has 265 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 171 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 862 literate and 419 illiterate residents. Additionally, 120 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 558 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dinod are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,281 | 655 | 626 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 171 | 93 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 120 | 62 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 558 | 289 | 269 |
| Literate Population | 862 | 484 | 378 |
| Illiterate Population | 419 | 171 | 248 |
Nearby Villages of Dinod
Dinod 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 Dinod
Public transport in the Dinod is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dinod.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tarsadi to Dinod is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Dinod is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dinod
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dinod 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dinod
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dinod village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dinod
Where is Dinod located?
Dinod village is located in Mangrol Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dinod?
Dinod is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dinod?
The pincode of Dinod is 394125.
What is the population of Dinod?
Dinod has a total population of 1,281, including 655 males and 626 females.
How many households are there in Dinod?
There are 265 households in Dinod.
What is the literacy rate in Dinod?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dinod is 67.29%. Male literacy is 73.89% and female literacy is 60.38%.