Dodwa

Dodwa is a village located in Akkalkuwa tehsil of Nandurbar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Akkalkuwa (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Nandurbar. As per 2009 stats, Gavahli is the gram panchayat of Dodwa village.

Dodwa has its own place in the vibrant Nandurbar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Dodwa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dodwa is 525120. The village spans a total geographical area of 221.72 hectares. Talode is nearest town to Dodwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.

When it comes to local governance, Dodwa 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 Akkalkuwa Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Dodwa

Below is a concise population overview of Dodwa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 767 374 393
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 115 64 51
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 765 373 392
Literate Population 484 254 230
Illiterate Population 283 120 163

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dodwa village:

  • The total population of Dodwa village is around 767, including approximately 374 males and 393 females, with a sex ratio of 1050 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 115 children aged 0–6 years in Dodwa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dodwa village has 765 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Dodwa village is about 63.10%, with male literacy at 67.91% and female literacy at 58.52%.
  • There are around 172 households in Dodwa village.

Connectivity of Dodwa

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dodwa. As per the 2011 stats, Dodwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dodwa

Knowing the nearby villages of Dodwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dodwa.

Frequently Asked Questions about Dodwa

Where is Dodwa located?
Dodwa village is situated in Akkalkuwa Tehsil, within the Nandurbar district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dodwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Dodwa is Gavahli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Dodwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dodwa is 767, with 374 males and 393 females.
How many households are there in Dodwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dodwa village has a total of 172 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dodwa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dodwa is 63.10%. The male literacy rate is 67.91%, while the female literacy rate is 58.52%.