Dodar - Sundarnagar, Mandi
Dodar is a village situated in the Sundarnagar tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Arthi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dodar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dodar is 014235. The village covers a total geographical area of 67.85 hectares and falls under the 175002 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Dodar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sundernagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dodar
According to the 2011 Census, Dodar village had a total population of 327 people, including 160 males and 167 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 1,044 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.27%, with male literacy at 89.78% and female literacy at 76.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 122.
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 | 327 | 160 | 167 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 23 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 122 | 58 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 229 | 123 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 37 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Dodar
Dodar 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 Dodar
Dodar 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 Mandi to Dodar is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dodar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dodar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dodar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dodar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dodar
Where is Dodar located?
Dodar village is located in Sundarnagar Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dodar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dodar is Arthi.
What is the pincode of Dodar?
The pincode of Dodar is 175002.
What is the population of Dodar?
Dodar had a total population of 327, including 160 males and 167 females.
How many households are there in Dodar?
Dodar had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dodar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dodar was 83.27%. Male literacy was 89.78% and female literacy was 76.81%.