Dokala

Dokala is a village located in Charama tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Charama (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Dokla is the gram panchayat of Dokala village.

Dokala has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Bastar Kanker region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Dokala

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dokala is 447424. The village spans a total geographical area of 408.04 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494337. Charama is nearest town to Dokala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Dokala village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Dokala

Below is a concise population overview of Dokala as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,659 812 847
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 211 112 99
Scheduled Castes (SC) 75 42 33
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 249 114 135
Literate Population 1,112 611 501
Illiterate Population 547 201 346

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dokala village:

  • The total population of Dokala village is around 1,659, including approximately 812 males and 847 females, with a sex ratio of 1043 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 211 children aged 0–6 years in Dokala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dokala village has 75 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 249 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Dokala village is about 67.03%, with male literacy at 75.25% and female literacy at 59.15%.
  • There are around 426 households in Dokala village.

Connectivity of Dokala

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dokala. As per the 2011 stats, Dokala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dokala

Knowing the nearby villages of Dokala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dokala.

Frequently Asked Questions about Dokala

Where is Dokala located?
Dokala village is situated in Charama Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dokala?
The Gram Panchayat of Dokala is Dokla (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dokala?
The pincode of Dokala is 494337, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dokala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dokala is 1,659, with 812 males and 847 females.
How many households are there in Dokala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dokala village has a total of 426 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dokala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dokala is 67.03%. The male literacy rate is 75.25%, while the female literacy rate is 59.15%.