Dastan - Palsana, Surat
Dastan is a village situated in the Palsana taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palsana and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Dastan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dastan is 524219. The village covers a total geographical area of 735.89 hectares and falls under the 394310 pincode. Bardoli is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Dastan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Olpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dastan
As per Census 2011, Dastan village has a total population of 1,967 people, consisting of 975 males and 992 females. The village has 425 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 262 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,226 literate and 741 illiterate residents. Additionally, 125 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,207 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dastan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,967 | 975 | 992 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 262 | 133 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 125 | 57 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,207 | 584 | 623 |
| Literate Population | 1,226 | 632 | 594 |
| Illiterate Population | 741 | 343 | 398 |
Nearby Villages of Dastan
Dastan 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 Dastan
Dastan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Dastan.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bardoli to Dastan is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Dastan is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dastan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dastan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dastan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dastan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dastan
Where is Dastan located?
Dastan village is located in Palsana Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dastan?
Dastan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dastan?
The pincode of Dastan is 394310.
What is the population of Dastan?
Dastan has a total population of 1,967, including 975 males and 992 females.
How many households are there in Dastan?
There are 425 households in Dastan.
What is the literacy rate in Dastan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dastan is 62.33%. Male literacy is 64.82% and female literacy is 59.88%.