Dora - Amod, Bharuch
Dora is a village situated in the Amod taluka of Bharuch district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amod and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Bharuch. Dora village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dora is 521990. The village covers a total geographical area of 1518.54 hectares and falls under the 392110 pincode. Palej is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dora
As per Census 2011, Dora village has a total population of 2,692 people, consisting of 1,368 males and 1,324 females. The village has 589 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 291 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,653 literate and 1,039 illiterate residents. Additionally, 87 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,465 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,692 | 1,368 | 1,324 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 291 | 145 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 43 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,465 | 736 | 729 |
| Literate Population | 1,653 | 923 | 730 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,039 | 445 | 594 |
Nearby Villages of Dora
Dora 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 Dora
Dora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dora.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palej to Dora is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bharuch to Dora is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dora
Where is Dora located?
Dora village is located in Amod Taluka, Bharuch district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dora?
Dora is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dora?
The pincode of Dora is 392110.
What is the population of Dora?
Dora has a total population of 2,692, including 1,368 males and 1,324 females.
How many households are there in Dora?
There are 589 households in Dora.
What is the literacy rate in Dora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dora is 61.40%. Male literacy is 67.47% and female literacy is 55.14%.