Dandi

Dandi is a village located in Olpad taluka of Surat district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Olpad (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Surat. As per 2009 stats, Dandi village is also a gram panchayat.

Dandi has its own place in the vibrant Surat region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Dandi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dandi is 523740. The village spans a total geographical area of 6917.14 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 394540. Surat is nearest town to Dandi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.

When it comes to local governance, Dandi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Olpad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Surat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Dandi

Below is a concise population overview of Dandi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,310 1,748 1,562
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 303 186 117
Scheduled Castes (SC) 134 75 59
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 13 9 4
Literate Population 2,745 1,479 1,266
Illiterate Population 565 269 296

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dandi village:

  • The total population of Dandi village is around 3,310, including approximately 1,748 males and 1,562 females, with a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 303 children aged 0–6 years in Dandi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dandi village has 134 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 13 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Dandi village is about 82.93%, with male literacy at 84.61% and female literacy at 81.05%.
  • There are around 687 households in Dandi village.

Connectivity of Dandi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dandi. As per the 2011 stats, Dandi had access to public bus service, private bus service and 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 Dandi

Knowing the nearby villages of Dandi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dandi.

Frequently Asked Questions about Dandi

Where is Dandi located?
Dandi village is situated in Olpad Taluka, within the Surat district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dandi?
Dandi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Dandi?
The pincode of Dandi is 394540, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dandi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dandi is 3,310, with 1,748 males and 1,562 females.
How many households are there in Dandi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dandi village has a total of 687 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dandi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dandi is 82.93%. The male literacy rate is 84.61%, while the female literacy rate is 81.05%.