Dokania - Barpeta
Dokania is a village situated in the Barpeta subdivision of Barpeta district, Assam. Radhakuchi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dokania village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dokania is 283097. The village covers a total geographical area of 36.1 hectares and falls under the 781309 pincode. Barpeta is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Dokania village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sarukhetri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barpeta Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dokania
According to the 2011 Census, Dokania village had a total population of 89 people, including 52 males and 37 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 712 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.00%, with male literacy at 93.62% and female literacy at 60.61%.
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 | 89 | 52 | 37 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 44 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 8 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Dokania
Dokania 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 Dokania
Dokania 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barpeta to Dokania is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dokania
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dokania 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dokania
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dokania village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dokania
Where is Dokania located?
Dokania village is located in Barpeta Subdivision, Barpeta district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dokania?
The Gram Panchayat of Dokania is Radhakuchi.
What is the pincode of Dokania?
The pincode of Dokania is 781309.
What is the population of Dokania?
Dokania had a total population of 89, including 52 males and 37 females.
How many households are there in Dokania?
Dokania had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dokania?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dokania was 80.00%. Male literacy was 93.62% and female literacy was 60.61%.