Dhima - Dharnidhar, Vav-Tharad
Dhima is a village situated in the Dharnidhar taluka of Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from Vav and around 60 km from Palanpur. Dhima village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhima is 507388. The village covers a total geographical area of 3661.5 hectares and falls under the 385566 pincode. Tharad is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Dhima village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vav Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhima
As per Census 2011, Dhima village has a total population of 6,592 people, consisting of 3,354 males and 3,238 females. The village has 1,249 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,065 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,201 literate and 3,391 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,216 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 135 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhima are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,592 | 3,354 | 3,238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,065 | 544 | 521 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,216 | 636 | 580 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 135 | 70 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 3,201 | 2,060 | 1,141 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,391 | 1,294 | 2,097 |
Nearby Villages of Dhima
Dhima 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 Dhima
Dhima 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tharad to Dhima is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Dhima is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhima
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhima 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 Dhima
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhima 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Dhima
Where is Dhima located?
Dhima village is located in Dharnidhar Taluka, Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhima?
Dhima is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhima?
The pincode of Dhima is 385566.
What is the population of Dhima?
Dhima has a total population of 6,592, including 3,354 males and 3,238 females.
How many households are there in Dhima?
There are 1,249 households in Dhima.
What is the literacy rate in Dhima?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhima is 48.56%. Male literacy is 61.42% and female literacy is 35.24%.