Dodpal - Katekalyan, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada
Dodpal is a village situated in the Katekalyan tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 93 km from the tehsil headquarters in Katekalyan and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Dantewada. Edpal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dodpal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dodpal is 450208. The village covers a total geographical area of 275.99 hectares and falls under the 494552 pincode. Bade Bacheli is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Dodpal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dantewada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dodpal
As per Census 2011, Dodpal village has a total population of 287 people, consisting of 139 males and 148 females. The village has 67 households and a sex ratio of 1,064 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 12 literate and 275 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 245 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dodpal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 287 | 139 | 148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 21 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 245 | 120 | 125 |
| Literate Population | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 275 | 132 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Dodpal
Dodpal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tongras | North-East | 3.96 km |
| Adpal | North-East | 4.15 km |
| Bhandarras | South-East | 4.16 km |
| Chingawaram | North | 4.19 km |
| Gadiras | South | 4.88 km |
| Murki | North-West | 5.11 km |
| Nayanar | East | 5.26 km |
| Sonakuknar | South-East | 6.26 km |
| Gorli | North-East | 6.52 km |
| Mankapal | West | 7.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dodpal
Dodpal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bacheli, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Bade Bacheli to Dodpal is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Dodpal is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dodpal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dodpal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dodpal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dodpal 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dodpal
Where is Dodpal located?
Dodpal village is located in Katekalyan Tehsil, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dodpal?
The Gram Panchayat of Dodpal is Edpal.
What is the pincode of Dodpal?
The pincode of Dodpal is 494552.
What is the population of Dodpal?
Dodpal has a total population of 287, including 139 males and 148 females.
How many households are there in Dodpal?
There are 67 households in Dodpal.
What is the literacy rate in Dodpal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dodpal is 4.18%. Male literacy is 5.04% and female literacy is 3.38%.