Dandval - Dharampur, Valsad
Dandval is a village situated in the Dharampur taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharampur and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Pendha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dandval village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dandval is 523409. The village covers a total geographical area of 637.24 hectares and falls under the 396067 pincode. Dharampur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Dandval village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dandval
As per Census 2011, Dandval village has a total population of 839 people, consisting of 424 males and 415 females. The village has 141 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 192 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 342 literate and 497 illiterate residents. Additionally, 833 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dandval are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 839 | 424 | 415 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 96 | 96 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 833 | 421 | 412 |
| Literate Population | 342 | 212 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 497 | 212 | 285 |
Nearby Villages of Dandval
Dandval 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 Dandval
Dandval is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Dharampur to Dandval is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Dandval is about 54 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 Dandval
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dandval 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dandval
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dandval village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dandval
Where is Dandval located?
Dandval village is located in Dharampur Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dandval?
The Gram Panchayat of Dandval is Pendha.
What is the pincode of Dandval?
The pincode of Dandval is 396067.
What is the population of Dandval?
Dandval has a total population of 839, including 424 males and 415 females.
How many households are there in Dandval?
There are 141 households in Dandval.
What is the literacy rate in Dandval?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dandval is 40.76%. Male literacy is 50.00% and female literacy is 31.33%.