Dhodharkasa - Pithora, Mahasamund
Dhodharkasa is a village situated in the Pithora tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pithaura and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Dhodharkasa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhodharkasa is 446484. The village covers a total geographical area of 451.84 hectares and falls under the 492112 pincode. Bagbahara is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Dhodharkasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhodharkasa
According to the 2011 Census, Dhodharkasa village had a total population of 869 people, including 437 males and 432 females, living in 232 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.87%, with male literacy at 80.21% and female literacy at 59.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 85, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 416.
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 | 869 | 437 | 432 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 48 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 42 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 416 | 209 | 207 |
| Literate Population | 545 | 312 | 233 |
| Illiterate Population | 324 | 125 | 199 |
Nearby Villages of Dhodharkasa
Dhodharkasa 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 Dhodharkasa
Dhodharkasa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Bagbahara to Dhodharkasa is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Dhodharkasa is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhodharkasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhodharkasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhodharkasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhodharkasa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dhodharkasa
Where is Dhodharkasa located?
Dhodharkasa village is located in Pithora Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhodharkasa?
Dhodharkasa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhodharkasa?
The pincode of Dhodharkasa is 492112.
What is the population of Dhodharkasa?
Dhodharkasa had a total population of 869, including 437 males and 432 females.
How many households are there in Dhodharkasa?
Dhodharkasa had 232 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhodharkasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhodharkasa was 69.87%. Male literacy was 80.21% and female literacy was 59.59%.