Doas
Doas is a village located in Gazole subdivision of Maldah district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 13.3km away from sub-district headquarter Gazole (tehsildar office) and 39.2km away from district headquarter English Bazar. As per 2009 stats, Deotala is the gram panchayat of Doas village.
Here you can discover what makes Doas unique in its vibrant Gazole-Maldah region. You’ll see Doas’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 Doas
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Doas is 312617. The village spans a total geographical area of 278.73 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 732124. Old Malda is nearest town to Doas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Doas
Population of Doas
According to the 2011 Census, Doas has a total population of about 1,643, with approximately 841 males and 802 females. The sex ratio is around 953 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 232 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 907. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.56%, with male literacy at about 49.11% and female literacy near 43.89%. There are around 377 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Doas's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,643 | 841 | 802 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 232 | 126 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 907 | 469 | 438 |
| Literate Population | 765 | 413 | 352 |
| Illiterate Population | 878 | 428 | 450 |
Connectivity of Doas
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Doas. As per the 2011 stats, Doas 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Doas
Knowing the nearby villages of Doas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Doas.
Frequently Asked Questions about Doas
- Where is Doas located?
- Doas village is situated in Gazole Subdivision, within the Maldah district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Doas?
- The Gram Panchayat of Doas is Deotala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Doas?
- The pincode of Doas is 732124, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Doas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Doas is 1,643, with 841 males and 802 females.
- How many households are there in Doas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Doas village has a total of 377 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Doas as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Doas is 46.56%. The male literacy rate is 49.11%, while the female literacy rate is 43.89%.