Delankot - Raah, Vav-Tharad
Delankot is a village situated in the Raah taluka of Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from Tharad and around 120 km from Palanpur. Ghodasar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Delankot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Delankot is 507561. The village covers a total geographical area of 408.79 hectares and falls under the 385310 pincode. Tharad is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Delankot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tharad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Delankot
As per Census 2011, Delankot village has a total population of 1,302 people, consisting of 686 males and 616 females. The village has 214 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 252 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 639 literate and 663 illiterate residents. Additionally, 65 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Delankot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,302 | 686 | 616 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 252 | 140 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 33 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 639 | 428 | 211 |
| Illiterate Population | 663 | 258 | 405 |
Nearby Villages of Delankot
Delankot 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 Delankot
Delankot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tharad to Delankot is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Delankot 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 Delankot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Delankot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Delankot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Delankot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Delankot
Where is Delankot located?
Delankot village is located in Raah Taluka, Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Delankot?
The Gram Panchayat of Delankot is Ghodasar.
What is the pincode of Delankot?
The pincode of Delankot is 385310.
What is the population of Delankot?
Delankot has a total population of 1,302, including 686 males and 616 females.
How many households are there in Delankot?
There are 214 households in Delankot.
What is the literacy rate in Delankot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Delankot is 49.08%. Male literacy is 62.39% and female literacy is 34.25%.