Doad - Jaitu, Faridkot
Doad is a village situated in the Jaitu tehsil of Faridkot district, Punjab. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jaitu and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Faridkot. Dod serves as the Gram Panchayat for Doad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Doad is 035624. The village covers a total geographical area of 1232 hectares and falls under the 151205 pincode. Jaitu is the nearest town.
Doad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaitu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Faridkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Doad
As per Census 2011, Doad village has a total population of 4,832 people, consisting of 2,520 males and 2,312 females. The village has 939 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 528 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,875 literate and 1,957 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,989 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Doad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,832 | 2,520 | 2,312 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 528 | 260 | 268 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,989 | 1,025 | 964 |
| Literate Population | 2,875 | 1,686 | 1,189 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,957 | 834 | 1,123 |
Nearby Villages of Doad
Doad 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 Doad
Doad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Doad has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Faridkot to Doad is about 39 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Doad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Doad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Doad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Doad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Doad
Where is Doad located?
Doad village is located in Jaitu Tehsil, Faridkot district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Doad?
The Gram Panchayat of Doad is Dod.
What is the pincode of Doad?
The pincode of Doad is 151205.
What is the population of Doad?
Doad has a total population of 4,832, including 2,520 males and 2,312 females.
How many households are there in Doad?
There are 939 households in Doad.
What is the literacy rate in Doad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Doad is 59.50%. Male literacy is 66.90% and female literacy is 51.43%.