Dodhawad - Amalner, Jalgaon
Dodhawad is a village situated in the Amalner tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amalner and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Dodhvad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dodhawad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dodhawad is 527421. The village covers a total geographical area of 382 hectares and falls under the 425420 pincode. Amalner is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Dodhawad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Amalner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dodhawad
As per Census 2011, Dodhawad village has a total population of 1,120 people, consisting of 582 males and 538 females. The village has 262 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 141 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 706 literate and 414 illiterate residents. Additionally, 115 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 56 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dodhawad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,120 | 582 | 538 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 82 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 115 | 64 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 56 | 31 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 706 | 413 | 293 |
| Illiterate Population | 414 | 169 | 245 |
Nearby Villages of Dodhawad
Dodhawad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hingone Sim Pra.jalod | East | 1.49 km |
| Hingone Kh.pr.jalod | West | 1.57 km |
| Nimbhore | South-West | 2.73 km |
| Shendani | North | 2.89 km |
| Malkheda | North-East | 3.10 km |
| Walaki | North-East | 3.42 km |
| Amalgaon | South | 3.50 km |
| Vitner | North-West | 3.50 km |
| Pingalwade | South-West | 4.33 km |
| Mehargaon | South | 4.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dodhawad
Public transport in the Dodhawad is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhortex, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Amalner to Dodhawad is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Dodhawad is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dodhawad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dodhawad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dodhawad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dodhawad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dodhawad
Where is Dodhawad located?
Dodhawad village is located in Amalner Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dodhawad?
The Gram Panchayat of Dodhawad is Dodhvad.
What is the pincode of Dodhawad?
The pincode of Dodhawad is 425420.
What is the population of Dodhawad?
Dodhawad has a total population of 1,120, including 582 males and 538 females.
How many households are there in Dodhawad?
There are 262 households in Dodhawad.
What is the literacy rate in Dodhawad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dodhawad is 63.04%. Male literacy is 70.96% and female literacy is 54.46%.