Dubanochi - Pothia, Kishanganj
Dubanochi is a village situated in the Pothia subdivision of Kishanganj district, Bihar. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pothia and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Kishanganj. Doobanochi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dubanochi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dubanochi is 222508. The village covers a total geographical area of 556.05 hectares and falls under the 855117 pincode. Thakurganj is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Dubanochi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dubanochi
According to the 2011 Census, Dubanochi village had a total population of 3,714 people, including 1,941 males and 1,773 females, living in 761 households. The sex ratio was 913 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.44%, with male literacy at 63.84% and female literacy at 52.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 469, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 76.
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 | 3,714 | 1,941 | 1,773 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 781 | 395 | 386 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 469 | 253 | 216 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 76 | 35 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 1,714 | 987 | 727 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,000 | 954 | 1,046 |
Nearby Villages of Dubanochi
Dubanochi 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 Dubanochi
Dubanochi 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Thakurganj to Dubanochi is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kishanganj to Dubanochi is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dubanochi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dubanochi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dubanochi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dubanochi 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dubanochi
Where is Dubanochi located?
Dubanochi village is located in Pothia Subdivision, Kishanganj district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dubanochi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dubanochi is Doobanochi.
What is the pincode of Dubanochi?
The pincode of Dubanochi is 855117.
What is the population of Dubanochi?
Dubanochi had a total population of 3,714, including 1,941 males and 1,773 females.
How many households are there in Dubanochi?
Dubanochi had 761 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dubanochi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dubanochi was 58.44%. Male literacy was 63.84% and female literacy was 52.42%.