Dodasan Bala - Thana Mandi, Rajouri
Dodasan Bala is a village situated in the Thana Mandi tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from Thanamandi and around 10 km from Rajouri. Dodasanbala Lower serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dodasan Bala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dodasan Bala is 001294. The village covers a total geographical area of 1256.2 hectares and falls under the 185212 pincode. Thanamandi is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Dodasan Bala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dodasan Bala
As per Census 2011, Dodasan Bala village has a total population of 2,703 people, consisting of 1,417 males and 1,286 females. The village has 577 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 520 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,530 literate and 1,173 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,861 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dodasan Bala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,703 | 1,417 | 1,286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 520 | 299 | 221 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,861 | 976 | 885 |
| Literate Population | 1,530 | 895 | 635 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,173 | 522 | 651 |
Nearby Villages of Dodasan Bala
Dodasan Bala 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 Dodasan Bala
Public transport in the Dodasan Bala is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Dodasan Bala has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Thanamandi to Dodasan Bala is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajouri to Dodasan Bala is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dodasan Bala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dodasan Bala 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 Dodasan Bala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dodasan Bala 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 Dodasan Bala
Where is Dodasan Bala located?
Dodasan Bala village is located in Thana Mandi Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dodasan Bala?
The Gram Panchayat of Dodasan Bala is Dodasanbala Lower.
What is the pincode of Dodasan Bala?
The pincode of Dodasan Bala is 185212.
What is the population of Dodasan Bala?
Dodasan Bala has a total population of 2,703, including 1,417 males and 1,286 females.
How many households are there in Dodasan Bala?
There are 577 households in Dodasan Bala.
What is the literacy rate in Dodasan Bala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dodasan Bala is 56.60%. Male literacy is 63.16% and female literacy is 49.38%.