Dodhu

Dodhu is a village located in Sundarnagar tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 29km away from district headquarter Sundarnagar. Sundarnagar is the sub-district headquarter of Dodhu village. As per 2009 stats, Kepahi Snr is the gram panchayat of Dodhu village.

Here you can discover what makes Dodhu unique in its vibrant Sundarnagar-Mandi region. You’ll see Dodhu’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Dodhu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dodhu is 014232. The village spans a total geographical area of 159.57 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 175002. Sundarnagar is nearest town to Dodhu village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Dodhu village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sundernagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Dodhu

According to the 2011 Census, Dodhu has a total population of about 956, with approximately 479 males and 477 females. The sex ratio is around 995 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 107 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 150 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 6. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.93%, with male literacy at about 80.38% and female literacy near 75.47%. There are around 209 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dodhu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 956 479 477
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 107 63 44
Scheduled Castes (SC) 150 80 70
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 6 2 4
Literate Population 745 385 360
Illiterate Population 211 94 117

Connectivity of Dodhu

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dodhu. As per the 2011 stats, Dodhu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dodhu

Knowing the nearby villages of Dodhu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dodhu.

Frequently Asked Questions about Dodhu

Where is Dodhu located?
Dodhu village is situated in Sundarnagar Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dodhu?
The Gram Panchayat of Dodhu is Kepahi Snr (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dodhu?
The pincode of Dodhu is 175002, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dodhu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dodhu is 956, with 479 males and 477 females.
How many households are there in Dodhu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dodhu village has a total of 209 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dodhu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dodhu is 77.93%. The male literacy rate is 80.38%, while the female literacy rate is 75.47%.