Dorar - Ghatigaon, Gwalior
Dorar is a village situated in the Ghatigaon tehsil of Gwalior district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 57 km from Gwalior and around 57 km from Gwalior. Dorar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dorar is 453724. The village covers a total geographical area of 1520.54 hectares and falls under the 475330 pincode. Gwalior is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Dorar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhitarwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dorar
As per Census 2011, Dorar village has a total population of 3,370 people, consisting of 1,768 males and 1,602 females. The village has 669 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 611 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,410 literate and 1,960 illiterate residents. Additionally, 875 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 805 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dorar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,370 | 1,768 | 1,602 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 611 | 322 | 289 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 875 | 472 | 403 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 805 | 431 | 374 |
| Literate Population | 1,410 | 888 | 522 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,960 | 880 | 1,080 |
Nearby Villages of Dorar
Dorar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jivajipur | North-East | 2.13 km |
| Dangkandhar | North-West | 2.72 km |
| Seedhni | East | 2.74 km |
| Baraipura | South-East | 2.83 km |
| Pehasari [pehsari] | North-West | 3.07 km |
| Mahua Kheda | South-West | 3.20 km |
| Renhati [rehati81] | North | 3.25 km |
| Sahasari | North-West | 4.51 km |
| Mohana | South | 4.66 km |
| Renhat | North-East | 5.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dorar
Dorar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Renhat, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gwalior to Dorar is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dorar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dorar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dorar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dorar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dorar
Where is Dorar located?
Dorar village is located in Ghatigaon Tehsil, Gwalior district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dorar?
Dorar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dorar?
The pincode of Dorar is 475330.
What is the population of Dorar?
Dorar has a total population of 3,370, including 1,768 males and 1,602 females.
How many households are there in Dorar?
There are 669 households in Dorar.
What is the literacy rate in Dorar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dorar is 41.84%. Male literacy is 50.23% and female literacy is 32.58%.