Dowas
Dowas is a village located in Kumbhalgarh tehsil of Rajsamand district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Kumbhalgarh (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Rajsamand. As per 2009 stats, Ora is the gram panchayat of Dowas village.
Here you can discover what makes Dowas unique in its vibrant Kumbhalgarh-Rajsamand region. You’ll see Dowas’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 Dowas
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dowas is 096963. The village spans a total geographical area of 529 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 313325. Rajsamand is nearest town to Dowas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
Google Map of Dowas
Population of Dowas
According to the 2011 Census, Dowas has a total population of about 1,265, with approximately 621 males and 644 females. The sex ratio is around 1037 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 203 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 60 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 729. The overall literacy rate is approximately 42.45%, with male literacy at about 57.17% and female literacy near 28.26%. There are around 280 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dowas's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,265 | 621 | 644 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 203 | 101 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 27 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 729 | 368 | 361 |
| Literate Population | 537 | 355 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 728 | 266 | 462 |
Connectivity of Dowas
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dowas. As per the 2011 stats, Dowas 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 Dowas
Knowing the nearby villages of Dowas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dowas.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dowas
- Where is Dowas located?
- Dowas village is situated in Kumbhalgarh Tehsil, within the Rajsamand district of Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dowas?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dowas is Ora (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dowas?
- The pincode of Dowas is 313325, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dowas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dowas is 1,265, with 621 males and 644 females.
- How many households are there in Dowas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dowas village has a total of 280 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dowas as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dowas is 42.45%. The male literacy rate is 57.17%, while the female literacy rate is 28.26%.