Doklikalan - Bichhua, Chhindwara
Doklikalan is a village situated in the Bichhua tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bichhua and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Karel serves as the Gram Panchayat for Doklikalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Doklikalan is 495372. The village covers a total geographical area of 294.42 hectares and falls under the 480111 pincode. Chhindwara is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Doklikalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Doklikalan
According to the 2011 Census, Doklikalan village had a total population of 675 people, including 349 males and 326 females, living in 146 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.67%, with male literacy at 92.83% and female literacy at 82.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 128, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 37.
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 | 675 | 349 | 326 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 42 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 128 | 66 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 526 | 285 | 241 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 64 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Doklikalan
Doklikalan 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 Doklikalan
Doklikalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Chhindwara to Doklikalan is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Doklikalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Doklikalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Doklikalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Doklikalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Doklikalan
Where is Doklikalan located?
Doklikalan village is located in Bichhua Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Doklikalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Doklikalan is Karel.
What is the pincode of Doklikalan?
The pincode of Doklikalan is 480111.
What is the population of Doklikalan?
Doklikalan had a total population of 675, including 349 males and 326 females.
How many households are there in Doklikalan?
Doklikalan had 146 households.
What is the literacy rate in Doklikalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Doklikalan was 87.67%. Male literacy was 92.83% and female literacy was 82.25%.