Dodra Awal - Dodra Kwar, Shimla
Dodra Awal is a village situated in the Dodra Kwar tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Dodra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dodra Awal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dodra Awal is 026712. The village covers a total geographical area of 322 hectares and falls under the 171221 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
Dodra Awal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Dodra Awal
As per Census 2011, Dodra Awal village has a total population of 944 people, consisting of 506 males and 438 females. The village has 186 households and a sex ratio of 865 females per 1,000 males. There are 114 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 555 literate and 389 illiterate residents. Additionally, 378 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dodra Awal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 944 | 506 | 438 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 60 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 378 | 201 | 177 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 555 | 363 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 389 | 143 | 246 |
Nearby Villages of Dodra Awal
Dodra Awal 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 Dodra Awal
Public transport in the Dodra Awal 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 Shimla to Dodra Awal is about 206 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dodra Awal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dodra Awal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dodra Awal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dodra Awal 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Dodra Awal
Where is Dodra Awal located?
Dodra Awal village is located in Dodra Kwar Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dodra Awal?
The Gram Panchayat of Dodra Awal is Dodra.
What is the pincode of Dodra Awal?
The pincode of Dodra Awal is 171221.
What is the population of Dodra Awal?
Dodra Awal has a total population of 944, including 506 males and 438 females.
How many households are there in Dodra Awal?
There are 186 households in Dodra Awal.
What is the literacy rate in Dodra Awal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dodra Awal is 58.79%. Male literacy is 71.74% and female literacy is 43.84%.