Dhobe - Orchha, Narayanpur
Dhobe is a village situated in the Orchha tehsil of Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Orchha and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Narayanpur. Jatloor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhobe village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhobe is 449997. The village falls under the 494661 pincode. Narayanpur is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Dhobe village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narayanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhobe
According to the 2011 Census, Dhobe village had a total population of 173 people, including 87 males and 86 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 15.17%, with male literacy at 15.28% and female literacy at 15.07%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 173.
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 | 173 | 87 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 173 | 87 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 151 | 76 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Dhobe
Dhobe 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 Dhobe
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dhobe.
| 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 Narayanpur to Dhobe is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhobe
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhobe village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhobe
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhobe 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhobe
Where is Dhobe located?
Dhobe village is located in Orchha Tehsil, Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhobe?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhobe is Jatloor.
What is the pincode of Dhobe?
The pincode of Dhobe is 494661.
What is the population of Dhobe?
Dhobe had a total population of 173, including 87 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Dhobe?
Dhobe had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhobe?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhobe was 15.17%. Male literacy was 15.28% and female literacy was 15.07%.