Dotad - Poshina, Sabar Kantha
Dotad is a village situated in the Poshina taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 36 km from Khedbrahma and around 126 km from Himatnagar. Dotad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dotad is 509778. The village covers a total geographical area of 565.06 hectares and falls under the 383270 pincode. Khedbrahma is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Dotad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khedbrahma Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sabarkantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dotad
As per Census 2011, Dotad village has a total population of 4,962 people, consisting of 2,461 males and 2,501 females. The village has 767 households and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,328 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,385 literate and 3,577 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4,962 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dotad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,962 | 2,461 | 2,501 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,328 | 639 | 689 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4,962 | 2,461 | 2,501 |
| Literate Population | 1,385 | 838 | 547 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,577 | 1,623 | 1,954 |
Nearby Villages of Dotad
Dotad 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 Dotad
Dotad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Dotad has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khedbrahma to Dotad is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Dotad is about 126 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dotad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dotad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dotad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dotad 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dotad
Where is Dotad located?
Dotad village is located in Poshina Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dotad?
Dotad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dotad?
The pincode of Dotad is 383270.
What is the population of Dotad?
Dotad has a total population of 4,962, including 2,461 males and 2,501 females.
How many households are there in Dotad?
There are 767 households in Dotad.
What is the literacy rate in Dotad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dotad is 27.91%. Male literacy is 34.05% and female literacy is 21.87%.