Dorua - Mankachar, South Salmara Mancachar
Dorua is a village situated in the Mankachar subdivision of South Salmara Mancachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 60 km from Dhubri. Bhurakata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dorua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dorua is 281711. The village covers a total geographical area of 218.92 hectares and falls under the 783135 pincode. Dhubri is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Dorua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Birsing Jarua Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhubri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dorua
According to the 2011 Census, Dorua village had a total population of 3,179 people, including 1,659 males and 1,520 females, living in 742 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.72%, with male literacy at 46.64% and female literacy at 38.52%.
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 | 3,179 | 1,659 | 1,520 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 651 | 351 | 300 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,080 | 610 | 470 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,099 | 1,049 | 1,050 |
Nearby Villages of Dorua
Dorua 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 Dorua
Public transport in the Dorua is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Dhubri to Dorua is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dorua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dorua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dorua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dorua 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dorua
Where is Dorua located?
Dorua village is located in Mankachar Subdivision, South Salmara Mancachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dorua?
The Gram Panchayat of Dorua is Bhurakata.
What is the pincode of Dorua?
The pincode of Dorua is 783135.
What is the population of Dorua?
Dorua had a total population of 3,179, including 1,659 males and 1,520 females.
How many households are there in Dorua?
Dorua had 742 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dorua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dorua was 42.72%. Male literacy was 46.64% and female literacy was 38.52%.