Dorai - Malpura, Tonk
Dorai is a village situated in the Malpura tehsil of Tonk district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malpura and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Tonk. Sindoliya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dorai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dorai is 092601. The village covers a total geographical area of 1155 hectares and falls under the 304502 pincode. Malpura is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Dorai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malpura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tonk-Sawai Madhopur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dorai
According to the 2011 Census, Dorai village had a total population of 490 people, including 261 males and 229 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 877 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.04%, with male literacy at 75.70% and female literacy at 41.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 113, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 490 | 261 | 229 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 47 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 113 | 60 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 245 | 162 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 245 | 99 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Dorai
Dorai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barh Dorai | West | 2.36 km |
| Maharajpura @ Teetriya | South-West | 2.65 km |
| Hathgi | North | 4.03 km |
| Roopaheli | North-West | 4.20 km |
| Dhanota | South-East | 5.27 km |
| Reedlya Bujurg | South | 5.33 km |
| Indoli | South-West | 5.52 km |
| Nayagaon Jatan | South-West | 5.94 km |
| Kalyanpura Peemun | South-East | 6.86 km |
| Sadarpura | North-East | 6.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dorai
Dorai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Sali, while the nearest airport is Kishangarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malpura to Dorai is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tonk to Dorai is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dorai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dorai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dorai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dorai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dorai
Where is Dorai located?
Dorai village is located in Malpura Tehsil, Tonk district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dorai?
The Gram Panchayat of Dorai is Sindoliya.
What is the pincode of Dorai?
The pincode of Dorai is 304502.
What is the population of Dorai?
Dorai had a total population of 490, including 261 males and 229 females.
How many households are there in Dorai?
Dorai had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dorai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dorai was 59.04%. Male literacy was 75.70% and female literacy was 41.29%.