Dhokam

Dhokam is a village located in Bastanar tehsil of Bastar district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Badekilepal (tehsildar office) and 66km away from district headquarter Jagdalpur. As per 2009 stats, Birgali is the gram panchayat of Dhokam village.

Dhokam has its own place in the vibrant Bastar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Dhokam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhokam is 449246. The village spans a total geographical area of 251.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494442. Jagdalpur is nearest town to Dhokam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 66km away.

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Population of Dhokam

Below is a concise population overview of Dhokam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 155 73 82
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 33 15 18
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 150 71 79
Literate Population 23 15 8
Illiterate Population 132 58 74

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dhokam village:

  • The total population of Dhokam village is around 155, including approximately 73 males and 82 females, with a sex ratio of 1123 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 33 children aged 0–6 years in Dhokam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dhokam village has 150 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Dhokam village is about 14.84%, with male literacy at 20.55% and female literacy at 9.76%.
  • There are around 33 households in Dhokam village.

Connectivity of Dhokam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhokam. As per the 2011 stats, Dhokam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dhokam

Knowing the nearby villages of Dhokam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhokam.

Naktoka Mutanpal Sanwgel Burgum Teetri Birgoli Lalaguda Sargiguda Turangur Pirmeta Jamgaon

Frequently Asked Questions about Dhokam

Where is Dhokam located?
Dhokam village is situated in Bastanar Tehsil, within the Bastar district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhokam?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhokam is Birgali (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dhokam?
The pincode of Dhokam is 494442, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhokam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhokam is 155, with 73 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Dhokam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhokam village has a total of 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhokam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhokam is 14.84%. The male literacy rate is 20.55%, while the female literacy rate is 9.76%.