Dodger - Aheri, Gadchiroli
Dodger is a village situated in the Aheri tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 68 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aheri and around 180 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Kishtapur S serves as the Village Panchayat for Dodger village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dodger is 539975. The village covers a total geographical area of 644.76 hectares and falls under the 442709 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 180 km away.
Dodger village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dodger
According to the 2011 Census, Dodger village had a total population of 434 people, including 224 males and 210 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.15%, with male literacy at 63.48% and female literacy at 35.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 415.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 434 | 224 | 210 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 46 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 415 | 215 | 200 |
| Literate Population | 168 | 113 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 266 | 111 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Dodger
Dodger is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dodger
Dodger is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Gadchiroli to Dodger is about 180 km, with a usual travel time of around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dodger
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dodger 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dodger
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dodger 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dodger
Where is Dodger located?
Dodger village is located in Aheri Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Dodger?
The Village Panchayat of Dodger is Kishtapur S.
What is the pincode of Dodger?
The pincode of Dodger is 442709.
What is the population of Dodger?
Dodger had a total population of 434, including 224 males and 210 females.
How many households are there in Dodger?
Dodger had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dodger?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dodger was 50.15%. Male literacy was 63.48% and female literacy was 35.03%.