Dod
Dod is a village located in Jaitu tehsil of Faridkot district in Punjab, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Jaitu (tehsildar office) and 39km away from district headquarter Faridkot. As per 2009 stats, Dod village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dod unique in its vibrant Jaitu-Faridkot region. You’ll see Dod’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dod
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dod is 035624. The village spans a total geographical area of 1232 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 151205. Jaitu is nearest town to Dod village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Dod 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 Jaitu Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Faridkot Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dod
Population of Dod
According to the 2011 Census, Dod has a total population of about 4,832, with approximately 2,520 males and 2,312 females. The sex ratio is around 917 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 528 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,989 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.50%, with male literacy at about 66.90% and female literacy near 51.43%. There are around 939 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dod's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,875 | 1,686 | 1,189 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,957 | 834 | 1,123 |
Connectivity of Dod
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dod. As per the 2011 stats, Dod 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dod
Knowing the nearby villages of Dod helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dod.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dod
- Where is Dod located?
- Dod village is situated in Jaitu Tehsil, within the Faridkot district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dod?
- Dod serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dod?
- The pincode of Dod is 151205, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dod as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dod is 4,832, with 2,520 males and 2,312 females.
- How many households are there in Dod as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dod village has a total of 939 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dod as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dod is 59.50%. The male literacy rate is 66.90%, while the female literacy rate is 51.43%.