Takhatpura (Dhima) - Dharnidhar, Vav-Tharad
Takhatpura (Dhima) is a village situated in the Dharnidhar taluka of Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from Vav and around 120 km from Palanpur. Pratappura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Takhatpura (Dhima) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Takhatpura (Dhima) is 507386. The village covers a total geographical area of 516.34 hectares and falls under the 385566 pincode. Tharad is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Takhatpura (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 Takhatpura (Dhima)
According to the 2011 Census, Takhatpura (Dhima) village had a total population of 636 people, including 329 males and 307 females, living in 113 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.14%, with male literacy at 84.17% and female literacy at 47.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 60.
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 | 636 | 329 | 307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 70 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 36 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 338 | 218 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 298 | 111 | 187 |
Nearby Villages of Takhatpura (Dhima)
Takhatpura (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 Takhatpura (Dhima)
Takhatpura (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 Takhatpura (Dhima) is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Takhatpura (Dhima) is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Takhatpura (Dhima)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Takhatpura (Dhima) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Takhatpura (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 Takhatpura (Dhima) 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Takhatpura (Dhima)
Where is Takhatpura (Dhima) located?
Takhatpura (Dhima) village is located in Dharnidhar Taluka, Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Takhatpura (Dhima)?
The Gram Panchayat of Takhatpura (Dhima) is Pratappura.
What is the pincode of Takhatpura (Dhima)?
The pincode of Takhatpura (Dhima) is 385566.
What is the population of Takhatpura (Dhima)?
Takhatpura (Dhima) had a total population of 636, including 329 males and 307 females.
How many households are there in Takhatpura (Dhima)?
Takhatpura (Dhima) had 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Takhatpura (Dhima)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Takhatpura (Dhima) was 66.14%. Male literacy was 84.17% and female literacy was 47.62%.