Dabka - Padra, Vadodara
Dabka is a village situated in the Padra taluka of Vadodara district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Padra and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Vadodara. Dabka village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dabka is 521047. The village covers a total geographical area of 1906.31 hectares and falls under the 391440 pincode. Padra is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Dabka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Padra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chhota Udaipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dabka
As per Census 2011, Dabka village has a total population of 7,345 people, consisting of 3,963 males and 3,382 females. The village has 1,545 households and a sex ratio of 853 females per 1,000 males. There are 918 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,867 literate and 2,478 illiterate residents. Additionally, 244 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dabka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,345 | 3,963 | 3,382 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 918 | 510 | 408 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 244 | 136 | 108 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 4,867 | 2,883 | 1,984 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,478 | 1,080 | 1,398 |
Nearby Villages of Dabka
Dabka 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 Dabka
Dabka 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Padra to Dabka is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vadodara to Dabka is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dabka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dabka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dabka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dabka 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dabka
Where is Dabka located?
Dabka village is located in Padra Taluka, Vadodara district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dabka?
Dabka is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dabka?
The pincode of Dabka is 391440.
What is the population of Dabka?
Dabka has a total population of 7,345, including 3,963 males and 3,382 females.
How many households are there in Dabka?
There are 1,545 households in Dabka.
What is the literacy rate in Dabka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dabka is 66.26%. Male literacy is 72.75% and female literacy is 58.66%.