Dharanmal - Kaprada, Valsad
Dharanmal is a village situated in the Kaprada taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaprada and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Ghadavi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharanmal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharanmal is 523627. The village covers a total geographical area of 141.96 hectares and falls under the 396067 pincode. Selvas is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Dharanmal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaprada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valsad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dharanmal
As per Census 2011, Dharanmal village has a total population of 352 people, consisting of 182 males and 170 females. The village has 52 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 74 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 99 literate and 253 illiterate residents. Additionally, 350 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dharanmal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 352 | 182 | 170 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 41 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 350 | 180 | 170 |
| Literate Population | 99 | 64 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 253 | 118 | 135 |
Nearby Villages of Dharanmal
Dharanmal 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 Dharanmal
Dharanmal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Selvas to Dharanmal is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Dharanmal is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharanmal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharanmal 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dharanmal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharanmal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dharanmal
Where is Dharanmal located?
Dharanmal village is located in Kaprada Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharanmal?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharanmal is Ghadavi.
What is the pincode of Dharanmal?
The pincode of Dharanmal is 396067.
What is the population of Dharanmal?
Dharanmal has a total population of 352, including 182 males and 170 females.
How many households are there in Dharanmal?
There are 52 households in Dharanmal.
What is the literacy rate in Dharanmal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharanmal is 28.13%. Male literacy is 35.16% and female literacy is 20.59%.