Dodgam
Dodgam is a village 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.
Here you can discover what makes Dodgam unique in its vibrant Tharad-Banas Kantha region. You’ll see Dodgam’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dodgam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dodgam is 507609. The village spans a total geographical area of 1809.07 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385565. Tharad is nearest town to Dodgam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dodgam village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Tharad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dodgam
Population of Dodgam
According to the 2011 Census, Dodgam has a total population of about 3,369, with approximately 1,733 males and 1,636 females. The sex ratio is around 944 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 557 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 868 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.92%, with male literacy at about 65.20% and female literacy near 39.91%. There are around 630 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dodgam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,369 | 1,733 | 1,636 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 557 | 295 | 262 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 868 | 439 | 429 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,783 | 1,130 | 653 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,586 | 603 | 983 |
Connectivity of Dodgam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dodgam. As per the 2011 stats, Dodgam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Dodgam
Knowing the nearby villages of Dodgam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dodgam.
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%.