Dosvada - Songadh, Tapi
Dosvada is a village situated in the Songadh taluka of Tapi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Songadh and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Vyara. Dosvada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dosvada is 524607. The village covers a total geographical area of 1090.07 hectares and falls under the 394670 pincode. Songadh is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Dosvada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nizar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dosvada
As per Census 2011, Dosvada village has a total population of 3,971 people, consisting of 1,988 males and 1,983 females. The village has 810 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 438 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,392 literate and 1,579 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,950 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dosvada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,971 | 1,988 | 1,983 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 438 | 204 | 234 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,950 | 1,976 | 1,974 |
| Literate Population | 2,392 | 1,345 | 1,047 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,579 | 643 | 936 |
Nearby Villages of Dosvada
Dosvada 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 Dosvada
Public transport in the Dosvada is mainly available through bus services. Dosvada has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Songadh to Dosvada is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vyara to Dosvada is about 15 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 Dosvada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dosvada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dosvada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dosvada 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dosvada
Where is Dosvada located?
Dosvada village is located in Songadh Taluka, Tapi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dosvada?
Dosvada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dosvada?
The pincode of Dosvada is 394670.
What is the population of Dosvada?
Dosvada has a total population of 3,971, including 1,988 males and 1,983 females.
How many households are there in Dosvada?
There are 810 households in Dosvada.
What is the literacy rate in Dosvada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dosvada is 60.24%. Male literacy is 67.66% and female literacy is 52.80%.