Dodani - Mahabaleshwar, Satara
Dodani is a village situated in the Mahabaleshwar tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 67 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahabaleshwar and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Saloshi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dodani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dodani is 563024. The village covers a total geographical area of 162 hectares and falls under the 415012 pincode. Satara is the nearest town, located about 69 km away.
Dodani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dodani
According to the 2011 Census, Dodani village had a total population of 15 people, including 7 males and 8 females, living in 2 households. The sex ratio was 1,143 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.86%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 87.50%.
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 | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 2 | 1 | 1 |
Nearby Villages of Dodani
Dodani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Saloshi | South-West | 1.09 km |
| Zadani | North-West | 2.15 km |
| Kharoshi | North | 2.17 km |
| Uchat | South-West | 2.58 km |
| Renoshi | East | 2.65 km |
| Lamaj | South-East | 3.39 km |
| Rule | East | 3.82 km |
| Kandat | West | 4.01 km |
| Shirnar | North | 4.44 km |
| Dabhe Mohan | North-West | 4.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dodani
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dodani. The nearest railway station is Diwankhavati, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.2 km.
| 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 Satara to Dodani is about 69 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dodani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dodani 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 Dodani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dodani 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 Dodani
Where is Dodani located?
Dodani village is located in Mahabaleshwar Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dodani?
The Gram Panchayat of Dodani is Saloshi.
What is the pincode of Dodani?
The pincode of Dodani is 415012.
What is the population of Dodani?
Dodani had a total population of 15, including 7 males and 8 females.
How many households are there in Dodani?
Dodani had 2 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dodani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dodani was 92.86%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 87.50%.