Dolasa - Kodinar, Gir Somnath
Dolasa is a village situated in the Kodinar taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from Kodinar and around 148 km from Junagadh. Dolasa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dolasa is 515143. The village covers a total geographical area of 1728.93 hectares and falls under the 362720 pincode. Kodinar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Dolasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kodinar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dolasa
As per Census 2011, Dolasa village has a total population of 7,329 people, consisting of 3,676 males and 3,653 females. The village has 1,228 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 786 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,257 literate and 2,072 illiterate residents. Additionally, 802 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dolasa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,329 | 3,676 | 3,653 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 786 | 392 | 394 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 802 | 404 | 398 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 13 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 5,257 | 2,914 | 2,343 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,072 | 762 | 1,310 |
Nearby Villages of Dolasa
Dolasa 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 Dolasa
Dolasa 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kodinar to Dolasa is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Dolasa is about 148 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dolasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dolasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dolasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dolasa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dolasa
Where is Dolasa located?
Dolasa village is located in Kodinar Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dolasa?
Dolasa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dolasa?
The pincode of Dolasa is 362720.
What is the population of Dolasa?
Dolasa has a total population of 7,329, including 3,676 males and 3,653 females.
How many households are there in Dolasa?
There are 1,228 households in Dolasa.
What is the literacy rate in Dolasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dolasa is 71.73%. Male literacy is 79.27% and female literacy is 64.14%.