Dokewadi
Dokewadi is a village located in Shrigonda tehsil of Ahmadnagar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Shrigonda (tehsildar office) and 72km away from district headquarter Ahmadnagar. As per 2009 stats, Adhalgaon is the gram panchayat of Dokewadi village.
Here you can discover what makes Dokewadi unique in its vibrant Shrigonda-Ahmadnagar region. You’ll see Dokewadi’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 Dokewadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dokewadi is 558465. The village spans a total geographical area of 572 hectares. Shrigonda is nearest town to Dokewadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dokewadi 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 Shrigonda Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dokewadi
Population of Dokewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Dokewadi has a total population of about 913, with approximately 483 males and 430 females. The sex ratio is around 890 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 106 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.22%, with male literacy at about 78.88% and female literacy near 58.37%. There are around 196 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dokewadi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 913 | 483 | 430 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 60 | 46 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 632 | 381 | 251 |
Illiterate Population | 281 | 102 | 179 |
Connectivity of Dokewadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dokewadi. As per the 2011 stats, Dokewadi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dokewadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Dokewadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dokewadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dokewadi
- Where is Dokewadi located?
- Dokewadi village is situated in Shrigonda Tehsil, within the Ahmadnagar district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dokewadi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dokewadi is Adhalgaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Dokewadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dokewadi is 913, with 483 males and 430 females.
- How many households are there in Dokewadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dokewadi village has a total of 196 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dokewadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dokewadi is 69.22%. The male literacy rate is 78.88%, while the female literacy rate is 58.37%.