Dendava - Vav, Vav-Tharad
Dendava is a village situated in the Vav taluka of Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from Vav and around 100 km from Palanpur. Dendava village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dendava is 507428. The village covers a total geographical area of 1415.01 hectares and falls under the 385575 pincode. Tharad is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Dendava 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 Dendava
As per Census 2011, Dendava village has a total population of 2,489 people, consisting of 1,261 males and 1,228 females. The village has 462 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 414 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,189 literate and 1,300 illiterate residents. Additionally, 317 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dendava are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,489 | 1,261 | 1,228 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 414 | 201 | 213 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 317 | 160 | 157 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,189 | 796 | 393 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,300 | 465 | 835 |
Nearby Villages of Dendava
Dendava 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 Dendava
Dendava 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 >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 Dendava is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Dendava is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dendava
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dendava village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dendava
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dendava 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 Dendava
Where is Dendava located?
Dendava village is located in Vav Taluka, Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dendava?
Dendava is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dendava?
The pincode of Dendava is 385575.
What is the population of Dendava?
Dendava has a total population of 2,489, including 1,261 males and 1,228 females.
How many households are there in Dendava?
There are 462 households in Dendava.
What is the literacy rate in Dendava?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dendava is 47.77%. Male literacy is 63.12% and female literacy is 32.00%.