Dador - Nakhatrana, Kachchh
Dador is a village situated in the Nakhatrana taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nakhatrana and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Dador village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dador is 506959. The village covers a total geographical area of 2745.68 hectares and falls under the 370001 pincode. Bhuj is the nearest town, located about 59 km away.
Dador village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dador
According to the 2011 Census, Dador village had a total population of 725 people, including 362 males and 363 females, living in 167 households. The sex ratio was 1,003 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.52%, with male literacy at 61.51% and female literacy at 49.48%.
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 | 725 | 362 | 363 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 71 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 322 | 179 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 403 | 183 | 220 |
Nearby Villages of Dador
Dador 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 Dador
Dador 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 | 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 Bhuj to Dador is about 59 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 Dador
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dador 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dador
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dador 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 Dador
Where is Dador located?
Dador village is located in Nakhatrana Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dador?
Dador is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dador?
The pincode of Dador is 370001.
What is the population of Dador?
Dador had a total population of 725, including 362 males and 363 females.
How many households are there in Dador?
Dador had 167 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dador?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dador was 55.52%. Male literacy was 61.51% and female literacy was 49.48%.