Dotal
Dotal is a village located in Keshpur subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 12.5km away from sub-district headquarter Keshpur. Midnapur is the district headquarter of Dotal village. As per 2009 stats, Jorakeudi Solidiha is the gram panchayat of Dotal village.
Here you can discover what makes Dotal unique in its vibrant Keshpur-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Dotal’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 Dotal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dotal is 338098. The village spans a total geographical area of 95.96 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721147. Midnapur is nearest town to Dotal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Dotal
Population of Dotal
According to the 2011 Census, Dotal has a total population of about 290, with approximately 146 males and 144 females. The sex ratio is around 986 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 36 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 83 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 71.72%, with male literacy at about 81.51% and female literacy near 61.81%. There are around 68 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dotal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 290 | 146 | 144 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 12 | 24 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 38 | 45 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 208 | 119 | 89 |
Illiterate Population | 82 | 27 | 55 |
Connectivity of Dotal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dotal. As per the 2011 stats, Dotal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dotal
Knowing the nearby villages of Dotal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dotal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dotal
- Where is Dotal located?
- Dotal village is situated in Keshpur Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dotal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dotal is Jorakeudi Solidiha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dotal?
- The pincode of Dotal is 721147, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dotal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dotal is 290, with 146 males and 144 females.
- How many households are there in Dotal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dotal village has a total of 68 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dotal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dotal is 71.72%. The male literacy rate is 81.51%, while the female literacy rate is 61.81%.