Doraje - Shrigonda, Ahilyanagar
Doraje is a village situated in the Shrigonda tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from Shrigonda and around 80 km from Ahmadnagar. Dhoraje serves as the Gram Panchayat for Doraje village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Doraje is 558437. The village covers a total geographical area of 2083.68 hectares and falls under the 413728 pincode. Shrigonda is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Doraje village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shrigonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Doraje
As per Census 2011, Doraje village has a total population of 2,353 people, consisting of 1,213 males and 1,140 females. The village has 532 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 278 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,448 literate and 905 illiterate residents. Additionally, 370 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 108 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Doraje are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,353 | 1,213 | 1,140 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 278 | 129 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 370 | 183 | 187 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 108 | 58 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 1,448 | 855 | 593 |
| Illiterate Population | 905 | 358 | 547 |
Nearby Villages of Doraje
Doraje 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhangaon | East | 3.27 km |
| Kothul | North | 3.67 km |
| Surodi | South-West | 4.28 km |
| Ghotawi | South-West | 5.32 km |
| Kolgaon | North-West | 7.27 km |
| Vadali | South | 7.32 km |
| Deulgaon | South-East | 7.57 km |
| Vadghul | North-East | 8.01 km |
| Ghargaon | West | 8.17 km |
| Belwandi Kothar | South | 8.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Doraje
Doraje is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Belvandi, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shrigonda to Doraje is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadnagar to Doraje is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Doraje
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Doraje village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Doraje
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Doraje village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Doraje
Where is Doraje located?
Doraje village is located in Shrigonda Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Doraje?
The Gram Panchayat of Doraje is Dhoraje.
What is the pincode of Doraje?
The pincode of Doraje is 413728.
What is the population of Doraje?
Doraje has a total population of 2,353, including 1,213 males and 1,140 females.
How many households are there in Doraje?
There are 532 households in Doraje.
What is the literacy rate in Doraje?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Doraje is 61.54%. Male literacy is 70.49% and female literacy is 52.02%.