Dharola - Vaghodia, Vadodara
Dharola is a village situated in the Vaghodia taluka of Vadodara district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vaghodia and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Vadodara. Valva serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharola is 519970. The village covers a total geographical area of 574.5 hectares and falls under the 391510 pincode. Vaghodia is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Dharola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vaghodia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vadodara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dharola
According to the 2011 Census, Dharola village had a total population of 283 people, including 151 males and 132 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 874 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.61%, with male literacy at 88.15% and female literacy at 59.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 78.
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 | 283 | 151 | 132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 78 | 42 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 191 | 119 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 32 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Dharola
Dharola 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 Dharola
Dharola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dharola.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vaghodia to Dharola is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vadodara to Dharola is about 37 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 Dharola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dharola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dharola
Where is Dharola located?
Dharola village is located in Vaghodia Taluka, Vadodara district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dharola?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharola is Valva.
What is the pincode of Dharola?
The pincode of Dharola is 391510.
What is the population of Dharola?
Dharola had a total population of 283, including 151 males and 132 females.
How many households are there in Dharola?
Dharola had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dharola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharola was 74.61%. Male literacy was 88.15% and female literacy was 59.50%.