Doddinduvadi - Kollegal, Chamarajanagar
Doddinduvadi is a village situated in the Kollegal taluka of Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kollegal and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Chamarajanagar. Doddinduvadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Doddinduvadi is 619828. The village covers a total geographical area of 657.3 hectares and falls under the 571443 pincode. Kollegal is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Doddinduvadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hanur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chamarajanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Doddinduvadi
As per Census 2011, Doddinduvadi village has a total population of 6,294 people, consisting of 3,143 males and 3,151 females. The village has 1,476 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 616 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,130 literate and 3,164 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,171 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 308 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Doddinduvadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,294 | 3,143 | 3,151 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 616 | 328 | 288 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,171 | 1,065 | 1,106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 308 | 160 | 148 |
| Literate Population | 3,130 | 1,694 | 1,436 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,164 | 1,449 | 1,715 |
Nearby Villages of Doddinduvadi
Doddinduvadi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Singanallur | East | 1.90 km |
| Chikkinduvadi | North-West | 1.99 km |
| Lakshmipura | South-West | 3.08 km |
| Kongarahalli | South-East | 3.25 km |
| Haravanapura | West | 3.30 km |
| Palya | North-West | 4.78 km |
| Boodabalu | East | 4.78 km |
| Anapura | South-East | 5.19 km |
| Ikkadahalli | North | 5.23 km |
| Hondarabalu | South-West | 5.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Doddinduvadi
Doddinduvadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chamarajanagar, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.7 km.
| 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 Kollegal to Doddinduvadi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamarajanagar to Doddinduvadi is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Doddinduvadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Doddinduvadi 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 Doddinduvadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Doddinduvadi 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 Doddinduvadi
Where is Doddinduvadi located?
Doddinduvadi village is located in Kollegal Taluka, Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Doddinduvadi?
Doddinduvadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Doddinduvadi?
The pincode of Doddinduvadi is 571443.
What is the population of Doddinduvadi?
Doddinduvadi has a total population of 6,294, including 3,143 males and 3,151 females.
How many households are there in Doddinduvadi?
There are 1,476 households in Doddinduvadi.
What is the literacy rate in Doddinduvadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Doddinduvadi is 49.73%. Male literacy is 53.90% and female literacy is 45.57%.