Dhandhalpur - Sayla, Surendranagar
Dhandhalpur is a village situated in the Sayla taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sayla and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Dhandhalpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhandhalpur is 512472. The village covers a total geographical area of 2557.01 hectares and falls under the 363440 pincode. Chotila is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Dhandhalpur 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 Dhandhalpur
As per Census 2011, Dhandhalpur village has a total population of 3,387 people, consisting of 1,787 males and 1,600 females. The village has 657 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 523 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,682 literate and 1,705 illiterate residents. Additionally, 419 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhandhalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,387 | 1,787 | 1,600 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 523 | 275 | 248 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 419 | 225 | 194 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,682 | 1,063 | 619 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,705 | 724 | 981 |
Nearby Villages of Dhandhalpur
Dhandhalpur 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 Dhandhalpur
Dhandhalpur 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 Chotila to Dhandhalpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Dhandhalpur is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhandhalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhandhalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhandhalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhandhalpur 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 Dhandhalpur
Where is Dhandhalpur located?
Dhandhalpur village is located in Sayla Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhandhalpur?
Dhandhalpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhandhalpur?
The pincode of Dhandhalpur is 363440.
What is the population of Dhandhalpur?
Dhandhalpur has a total population of 3,387, including 1,787 males and 1,600 females.
How many households are there in Dhandhalpur?
There are 657 households in Dhandhalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Dhandhalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhandhalpur is 49.66%. Male literacy is 59.49% and female literacy is 38.69%.