Dodawad

Dodawad is a village located in Sampgaon taluka of Belgaum district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Sampagaon (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Belgaum. As per 2009 stats, Dodavad is the gram panchayat of Dodawad village.

Here you can discover what makes Dodawad unique in its vibrant Sampgaon-Belgaum region. You’ll see Dodawad’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 Dodawad

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dodawad is 598153. The village spans a total geographical area of 4142.25 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 591129. Bail Hongal is nearest town to Dodawad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.

When it comes to local governance, Dodawad 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 Bailhongal Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Belagavi 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 Dodawad

According to the 2011 Census, Dodawad has a total population of about 8,499, with approximately 4,281 males and 4,218 females. The sex ratio is around 985 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,065 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 289 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 233. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.08%, with male literacy at about 65.50% and female literacy near 50.55%. There are around 1,635 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dodawad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 8,499 4,281 4,218
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,065 539 526
Scheduled Castes (SC) 289 148 141
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 233 114 119
Literate Population 4,936 2,804 2,132
Illiterate Population 3,563 1,477 2,086

Connectivity of Dodawad

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dodawad. As per the 2011 stats, Dodawad 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dodawad

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Dodawad

Where is Dodawad located?
Dodawad village is situated in Sampgaon Taluka, within the Belgaum district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dodawad?
The Gram Panchayat of Dodawad is Dodavad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dodawad?
The pincode of Dodawad is 591129, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dodawad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dodawad is 8,499, with 4,281 males and 4,218 females.
How many households are there in Dodawad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dodawad village has a total of 1,635 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dodawad as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dodawad is 58.08%. The male literacy rate is 65.50%, while the female literacy rate is 50.55%.