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
As per Census 2011, Dhodharkasa village has a total population of 869 people, consisting of 437 males and 432 females. The village has 232 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 89 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 545 literate and 324 illiterate residents. Additionally, 85 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 416 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhodharkasa are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 869, including 437 males and 432 females.
How many households are there in Dhodharkasa?
There are 232 households in Dhodharkasa.
What is the literacy rate in Dhodharkasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhodharkasa is 62.72%. Male literacy is 71.40% and female literacy is 53.94%.