Dharaie - Chotila, Surendranagar
Dharaie is a village situated in the Chotila taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chotila and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Dharaie village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharaie is 512411. The village covers a total geographical area of 1572.22 hectares and falls under the 363520 pincode. Jasdan is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Dharaie village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chotila Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dharaie
As per Census 2011, Dharaie village has a total population of 2,762 people, consisting of 1,408 males and 1,354 females. The village has 541 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 467 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,292 literate and 1,470 illiterate residents. Additionally, 250 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dharaie are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,762 | 1,408 | 1,354 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 467 | 228 | 239 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 250 | 120 | 130 |
| Literate Population | 1,292 | 792 | 500 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,470 | 616 | 854 |
Nearby Villages of Dharaie
Dharaie 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 Dharaie
Dharaie 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jasdan to Dharaie is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Dharaie is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharaie
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharaie 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 Dharaie
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharaie village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dharaie
Where is Dharaie located?
Dharaie village is located in Chotila Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharaie?
Dharaie is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dharaie?
The pincode of Dharaie is 363520.
What is the population of Dharaie?
Dharaie has a total population of 2,762, including 1,408 males and 1,354 females.
How many households are there in Dharaie?
There are 541 households in Dharaie.
What is the literacy rate in Dharaie?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharaie is 46.78%. Male literacy is 56.25% and female literacy is 36.93%.