Dora
Dora is a village located in Paraswada tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Paraswada (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Singhai is the gram panchayat of Dora village.
Here you can discover what makes Dora unique in its vibrant Paraswada-Balaghat region. You’ll see Dora’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 Dora
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dora is 498407. The village spans a total geographical area of 314.62 hectares. Baihar is nearest town to Dora village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dora 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 Paraswada Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balaghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dora
Population of Dora
According to the 2011 Census, Dora has a total population of about 521, with approximately 250 males and 271 females. The sex ratio is around 1084 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 79 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 19 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 415. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.57%, with male literacy at about 71.60% and female literacy near 54.24%. There are around 118 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dora's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 521 | 250 | 271 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 36 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 7 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 415 | 201 | 214 |
| Literate Population | 326 | 179 | 147 |
| Illiterate Population | 195 | 71 | 124 |
Connectivity of Dora
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dora. As per the 2011 stats, Dora had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dora
Knowing the nearby villages of Dora helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dora.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dora
- Where is Dora located?
- Dora village is situated in Paraswada Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dora?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dora is Singhai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Dora as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dora is 521, with 250 males and 271 females.
- How many households are there in Dora as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dora village has a total of 118 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dora as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dora is 62.57%. The male literacy rate is 71.60%, while the female literacy rate is 54.24%.