Dodke - Ambagarh Chouki, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki
Dodke is a village situated in the Ambagarh Chouki tehsil of Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from Ambagarh Chowki and around 72 km from Rajnandgaon. Dodke village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dodke is 441674. The village covers a total geographical area of 477.51 hectares and falls under the 491668 pincode. Ambagarh Chowki is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Dodke village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohala-manpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dodke
As per Census 2011, Dodke village has a total population of 451 people, consisting of 224 males and 227 females. The village has 112 households and a sex ratio of 1,013 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 347 literate and 104 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 124 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dodke are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 451 | 224 | 227 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 14 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 124 | 65 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 347 | 200 | 147 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 24 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Dodke
Dodke 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dani Tola | North-East | 1.41 km |
| Sonoli | South | 1.81 km |
| Chamru Tola | South-East | 2.04 km |
| Bicharpur | West | 2.11 km |
| Mirche | North-West | 2.38 km |
| Poswar | North | 2.53 km |
| Belarpur | South | 3.00 km |
| Chorpani | South-East | 3.47 km |
| Khadkhadi | North | 3.59 km |
| Thakur Bandha | South-West | 3.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dodke
Dodke is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.0 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 Ambagarh Chowki to Dodke is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Dodke is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dodke
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dodke village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dodke
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dodke 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 Dodke
Where is Dodke located?
Dodke village is located in Ambagarh Chouki Tehsil, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dodke?
Dodke is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dodke?
The pincode of Dodke is 491668.
What is the population of Dodke?
Dodke has a total population of 451, including 224 males and 227 females.
How many households are there in Dodke?
There are 112 households in Dodke.
What is the literacy rate in Dodke?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dodke is 76.94%. Male literacy is 89.29% and female literacy is 64.76%.