Dokalkonde - Mohla, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki
Dokalkonde is a village situated in the Mohla tehsil of Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 17 km from Mohla and around 93 km from Rajnandgaon. Ranatola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dokalkonde village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dokalkonde is 441368. The village covers a total geographical area of 261.28 hectares and falls under the 491666 pincode. Ambagarh Chowki is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Dokalkonde 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 Dokalkonde
As per Census 2011, Dokalkonde village has a total population of 371 people, consisting of 176 males and 195 females. The village has 82 households and a sex ratio of 1,107 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 245 literate and 126 illiterate residents. Additionally, 52 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 259 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dokalkonde are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 371 | 176 | 195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 24 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 259 | 122 | 137 |
| Literate Population | 245 | 135 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 41 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Dokalkonde
Dokalkonde 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Alkanhar | North | 1.65 km |
| Korba | West | 1.96 km |
| Saroli | East | 2.07 km |
| Dokla | South | 2.12 km |
| Ranatola | North-East | 2.32 km |
| Chapatola | North-West | 2.36 km |
| Ghawadetola | North-East | 3.56 km |
| Marartola | North | 3.71 km |
| Budankatta | North | 3.71 km |
| Dighwadi | South-West | 3.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dokalkonde
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Dokalkonde. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambagarh Chowki to Dokalkonde is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Dokalkonde is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dokalkonde
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dokalkonde village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dokalkonde
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dokalkonde 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dokalkonde
Where is Dokalkonde located?
Dokalkonde village is located in Mohla Tehsil, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dokalkonde?
The Gram Panchayat of Dokalkonde is Ranatola.
What is the pincode of Dokalkonde?
The pincode of Dokalkonde is 491666.
What is the population of Dokalkonde?
Dokalkonde has a total population of 371, including 176 males and 195 females.
How many households are there in Dokalkonde?
There are 82 households in Dokalkonde.
What is the literacy rate in Dokalkonde?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dokalkonde is 66.04%. Male literacy is 76.70% and female literacy is 56.41%.