Dodgam
About Dodgam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dodgam village is 507609. Dodgam village is located in Tharad taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Tharad (tehsildar office) and 100km away from district headquarter Palanpur. As per 2009 stats, Dodgam village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1809.07 hectares. Dodgam has a total population of 3,369 peoples, out of which male population is 1,733 while female population is 1,636. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 944 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dodgam village is 52.92% out of which 65.20% males and 39.91% females are literate. There are about 630 houses in dodgam village. Pincode of dodgam village locality is 385565.
When it comes to administration, Dodgam village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Dodgam village comes under Tharad Vidhan Sabha constituency & Banaskantha Lok Sabha constituency. Tharad is nearest town to dodgam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
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Population of Dodgam
The population details of Dodgam cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,369 | 1,733 | 1,636 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 557 | 295 | 262 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 868 | 439 | 429 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,783 | 1,130 | 653 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,586 | 603 | 983 |
Connectivity of Dodgam
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dodgam
Where is Dodgam located?
Dodgam village is situated in Tharad Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dodgam?
Dodgam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Dodgam?
The pincode of Dodgam is 385565, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dodgam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dodgam is 3,369, with 1,733 males and 1,636 females.
How many households are there in Dodgam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dodgam village has a total of 630 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dodgam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dodgam is 52.92%. The male literacy rate is 65.20%, while the female literacy rate is 39.91%.