Dethan - Karjan, Vadodara
Dethan is a village situated in the Karjan taluka of Vadodara district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karjan and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Vadodara. Dethan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dethan is 521163. The village covers a total geographical area of 772.58 hectares and falls under the 391244 pincode. Karjan is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dethan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karjan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bharuch Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dethan
As per Census 2011, Dethan village has a total population of 2,225 people, consisting of 1,139 males and 1,086 females. The village has 444 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 300 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,583 literate and 642 illiterate residents. Additionally, 190 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 351 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dethan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,225 | 1,139 | 1,086 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 300 | 156 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 190 | 93 | 97 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 351 | 174 | 177 |
| Literate Population | 1,583 | 912 | 671 |
| Illiterate Population | 642 | 227 | 415 |
Nearby Villages of Dethan
Dethan 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 Dethan
Dethan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Dethan has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karjan to Dethan is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vadodara to Dethan is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dethan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dethan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dethan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dethan 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dethan
Where is Dethan located?
Dethan village is located in Karjan Taluka, Vadodara district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dethan?
Dethan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dethan?
The pincode of Dethan is 391244.
What is the population of Dethan?
Dethan has a total population of 2,225, including 1,139 males and 1,086 females.
How many households are there in Dethan?
There are 444 households in Dethan.
What is the literacy rate in Dethan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dethan is 71.15%. Male literacy is 80.07% and female literacy is 61.79%.