Dodanda - Inderavelly, Adilabad
Dodanda is a village situated in the Inderavelly mandal of Adilabad district, Telangana. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Inderavelly and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Adilabad. Dodanda village is a designated Grama Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dodanda is 569175. The village covers a total geographical area of 1577 hectares and falls under the 504346 pincode. Adilabad is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Dodanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dodanda
According to the 2011 Census, Dodanda village had a total population of 834 people, including 418 males and 416 females, living in 174 households. The sex ratio was 995 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.61%, with male literacy at 67.93% and female literacy at 39.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 823.
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 | 834 | 418 | 416 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 50 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 823 | 413 | 410 |
| Literate Population | 394 | 250 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 440 | 168 | 272 |
Nearby Villages of Dodanda
Dodanda 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 Dodanda
Dodanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Adilabad to Dodanda is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dodanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dodanda 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dodanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dodanda 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 Dodanda
Where is Dodanda located?
Dodanda village is located in Inderavelly Mandal, Adilabad district, Telangana, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Dodanda?
Dodanda is its own Grama Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dodanda?
The pincode of Dodanda is 504346.
What is the population of Dodanda?
Dodanda had a total population of 834, including 418 males and 416 females.
How many households are there in Dodanda?
Dodanda had 174 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dodanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dodanda was 53.61%. Male literacy was 67.93% and female literacy was 39.24%.