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
According to the 2011 Census, Delankot village had a total population of 1,302 people, including 686 males and 616 females, living in 214 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.86%, with male literacy at 78.39% and female literacy at 41.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 65, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 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 had a total population of 1,302, including 686 males and 616 females.
How many households are there in Delankot?
Delankot had 214 households.
What is the literacy rate in Delankot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Delankot was 60.86%. Male literacy was 78.39% and female literacy was 41.87%.