Dhama - Dasada, Surendranagar
Dhama is a village situated in the Dasada taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patdi and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Dhama village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhama is 512092. The village covers a total geographical area of 3527.38 hectares and falls under the 363755 pincode. Patdi is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Dhama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dasada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhama
According to the 2011 Census, Dhama village had a total population of 1,952 people, including 1,006 males and 946 females, living in 430 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.09%, with male literacy at 84.65% and female literacy at 62.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 230.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,952 | 1,006 | 946 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 242 | 120 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 230 | 124 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,267 | 750 | 517 |
| Illiterate Population | 685 | 256 | 429 |
Nearby Villages of Dhama
Dhama 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 Dhama
Public transport in the Dhama 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 Patdi to Dhama is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Dhama 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 Dhama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhama 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 Dhama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhama village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dhama
Where is Dhama located?
Dhama village is located in Dasada Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhama?
Dhama is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhama?
The pincode of Dhama is 363755.
What is the population of Dhama?
Dhama had a total population of 1,952, including 1,006 males and 946 females.
How many households are there in Dhama?
Dhama had 430 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhama was 74.09%. Male literacy was 84.65% and female literacy was 62.74%.