Doki - Manika, Latehar
Doki is a village situated in the Manika subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manika and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Latehar. Donki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Doki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Doki is 366890. The village covers a total geographical area of 765 hectares and falls under the 822126 pincode. Latehar is the nearest town.
Doki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manika Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chatra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Doki
As per Census 2011, Doki village has a total population of 1,458 people, consisting of 740 males and 718 females. The village has 256 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 287 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 606 literate and 852 illiterate residents. Additionally, 101 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,277 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Doki are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,458 | 740 | 718 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 287 | 136 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 47 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,277 | 647 | 630 |
| Literate Population | 606 | 381 | 225 |
| Illiterate Population | 852 | 359 | 493 |
Nearby Villages of Doki
Doki 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Siris | South | 0.68 km |
| Baraitu | South | 2.04 km |
| Chandwar | North-West | 2.44 km |
| Irgu | West | 2.58 km |
| Hesatu | East | 2.59 km |
| Pagar | East | 2.61 km |
| Chama | West | 3.25 km |
| Naihara | South-East | 3.35 km |
| Rengai | North | 3.39 km |
| Seldag | North-East | 3.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Doki
Public transport in the Doki is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bendi, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Latehar to Doki is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Doki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Doki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Doki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Doki 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 Doki
Where is Doki located?
Doki village is located in Manika Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Doki?
The Gram Panchayat of Doki is Donki.
What is the pincode of Doki?
The pincode of Doki is 822126.
What is the population of Doki?
Doki has a total population of 1,458, including 740 males and 718 females.
How many households are there in Doki?
There are 256 households in Doki.
What is the literacy rate in Doki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Doki is 41.56%. Male literacy is 51.49% and female literacy is 31.34%.