Dokada - Kansabel, Jashpur
Dokada is a village situated in the Kansabel tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kansabel and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Dokda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dokada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dokada is 433771. The village covers a total geographical area of 2451.13 hectares and falls under the 496223 pincode. Kunkuri is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Dokada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pathalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dokada
As per Census 2011, Dokada village has a total population of 4,192 people, consisting of 2,069 males and 2,123 females. The village has 1,006 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 588 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,415 literate and 1,777 illiterate residents. Additionally, 120 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,566 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dokada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,192 | 2,069 | 2,123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 588 | 303 | 285 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 120 | 67 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,566 | 1,250 | 1,316 |
| Literate Population | 2,415 | 1,327 | 1,088 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,777 | 742 | 1,035 |
Nearby Villages of Dokada
Dokada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bamhanmunda | South-West | 2.55 km |
| Patrapali | West | 2.74 km |
| Gariya Dohar | West | 2.79 km |
| Sikariya | North-West | 3.81 km |
| Nakati Munda | West | 3.95 km |
| Rebda | South-West | 4.16 km |
| Katangkhar | East | 4.33 km |
| Bansbahar | North | 4.38 km |
| Deori | South-East | 4.38 km |
| Dalhagoda | West | 4.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dokada
Dokada is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bamra, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kunkuri to Dokada is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Dokada 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 Dokada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dokada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dokada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dokada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dokada
Where is Dokada located?
Dokada village is located in Kansabel Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dokada?
The Gram Panchayat of Dokada is Dokda.
What is the pincode of Dokada?
The pincode of Dokada is 496223.
What is the population of Dokada?
Dokada has a total population of 4,192, including 2,069 males and 2,123 females.
How many households are there in Dokada?
There are 1,006 households in Dokada.
What is the literacy rate in Dokada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dokada is 57.61%. Male literacy is 64.14% and female literacy is 51.25%.