Dotawada - Santrampur, Mahisagar
Dotawada is a village situated in the Santrampur taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 4 km from Santrampur and around 75 km from Godhra. Daliyati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dotawada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dotawada is 518027. The village covers a total geographical area of 84.24 hectares and falls under the 389260 pincode. Santrampur is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Dotawada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Santrampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dahod Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dotawada
According to the 2011 Census, Dotawada village had a total population of 305 people, including 156 males and 149 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.53%, with male literacy at 68.70% and female literacy at 34.21%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 174.
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 | 305 | 156 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 41 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 174 | 93 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 118 | 79 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 187 | 77 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Dotawada
Dotawada 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 Dotawada
Public transport in the Dotawada is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Santrampur to Dotawada is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Dotawada is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dotawada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dotawada 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dotawada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dotawada 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 Dotawada
Where is Dotawada located?
Dotawada village is located in Santrampur Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dotawada?
The Gram Panchayat of Dotawada is Daliyati.
What is the pincode of Dotawada?
The pincode of Dotawada is 389260.
What is the population of Dotawada?
Dotawada had a total population of 305, including 156 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Dotawada?
Dotawada had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dotawada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dotawada was 51.53%. Male literacy was 68.70% and female literacy was 34.21%.