Doalakh - Madhepur, Madhubani
Doalakh is a village situated in the Madhepur subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madhepur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Dwalakh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Doalakh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Doalakh is 220884. The village covers a total geographical area of 580.3 hectares and falls under the 847408 pincode. Jhanjharpur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Doalakh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulparas Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhanjharpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Doalakh
As per Census 2011, Doalakh village has a total population of 6,920 people, consisting of 3,630 males and 3,290 females. The village has 1,531 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,330 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,255 literate and 3,665 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,769 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Doalakh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,920 | 3,630 | 3,290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,330 | 676 | 654 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,769 | 913 | 856 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,255 | 2,187 | 1,068 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,665 | 1,443 | 2,222 |
Nearby Villages of Doalakh
Doalakh is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhatauni | East | 1.88 km |
| Mahpatia | South-East | 2.12 km |
| Kharik | West | 2.33 km |
| Karhara | North | 2.43 km |
| Lilja | South | 2.81 km |
| Mani Mahpatia | South-East | 3.05 km |
| Goiahi | North-East | 3.05 km |
| Ratwara | North-West | 3.11 km |
| Bhagta | North-East | 3.24 km |
| Mahsa | East | 3.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Doalakh
Doalakh is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Tamuria, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Jhanjharpur to Doalakh is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Doalakh is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Doalakh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Doalakh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Doalakh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Doalakh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Doalakh
Where is Doalakh located?
Doalakh village is located in Madhepur Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Doalakh?
The Gram Panchayat of Doalakh is Dwalakh.
What is the pincode of Doalakh?
The pincode of Doalakh is 847408.
What is the population of Doalakh?
Doalakh has a total population of 6,920, including 3,630 males and 3,290 females.
How many households are there in Doalakh?
There are 1,531 households in Doalakh.
What is the literacy rate in Doalakh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Doalakh is 47.04%. Male literacy is 60.25% and female literacy is 32.46%.