Dhajala - Sayla, Surendranagar
Dhajala is a village situated in the Sayla taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sayla and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Dhajala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhajala is 512477. The village covers a total geographical area of 1529.02 hectares and falls under the 363440 pincode. Chotila is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Dhajala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Limbdi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhajala
As per Census 2011, Dhajala village has a total population of 2,288 people, consisting of 1,183 males and 1,105 females. The village has 457 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 373 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,251 literate and 1,037 illiterate residents. Additionally, 168 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhajala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,288 | 1,183 | 1,105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 373 | 198 | 175 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 168 | 89 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,251 | 789 | 462 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,037 | 394 | 643 |
Nearby Villages of Dhajala
Dhajala 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 Dhajala
Public transport in the Dhajala 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 Chotila to Dhajala is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Dhajala is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhajala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhajala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhajala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhajala 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Dhajala
Where is Dhajala located?
Dhajala village is located in Sayla Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhajala?
Dhajala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhajala?
The pincode of Dhajala is 363440.
What is the population of Dhajala?
Dhajala has a total population of 2,288, including 1,183 males and 1,105 females.
How many households are there in Dhajala?
There are 457 households in Dhajala.
What is the literacy rate in Dhajala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhajala is 54.68%. Male literacy is 66.69% and female literacy is 41.81%.