Doora - Mysuru
Doora is a village situated in the Mysuru taluka of Mysuru district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 20 km from Mysore and around 20 km from Mysore. Doora village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Doora is 618778. The village covers a total geographical area of 625.66 hectares and falls under the 570008 pincode. Mysore is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Doora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chamundeshwari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mysuru Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Doora
As per Census 2011, Doora village has a total population of 4,273 people, consisting of 2,183 males and 2,090 females. The village has 914 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 499 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,458 literate and 1,815 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,355 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 44 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Doora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,273 | 2,183 | 2,090 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 499 | 246 | 253 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,355 | 673 | 682 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 23 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 2,458 | 1,375 | 1,083 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,815 | 808 | 1,007 |
Nearby Villages of Doora
Doora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nanagalli | West | 2.34 km |
| Bidaragoodu | South | 2.46 km |
| Chikkakaturu | East | 2.66 km |
| Doddakaturu | North-East | 2.79 km |
| Marballi | North-West | 2.95 km |
| Kembal | South-West | 3.11 km |
| Maraluru | South-East | 3.44 km |
| Murudagalli | North | 3.57 km |
| Thoreyanakaturu | North-West | 4.05 km |
| Goddanapura | East | 4.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Doora
Doora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kadakola, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 8.3 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 Mysore to Doora is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Doora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Doora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Doora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Doora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Doora
Where is Doora located?
Doora village is located in Mysuru Taluka, Mysuru district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Doora?
Doora is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Doora?
The pincode of Doora is 570008.
What is the population of Doora?
Doora has a total population of 4,273, including 2,183 males and 2,090 females.
How many households are there in Doora?
There are 914 households in Doora.
What is the literacy rate in Doora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Doora is 57.52%. Male literacy is 62.99% and female literacy is 51.82%.