Dob - Khilchipur, Rajgarh
Dob is a village situated in the Khilchipur tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khilchipur and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Badri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dob village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dob is 479028. The village covers a total geographical area of 183.96 hectares and falls under the 465679 pincode. Khilchipur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Dob village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajgarh Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Dob
According to the 2011 Census, Dob village had a total population of 453 people, including 236 males and 217 females, living in 112 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 21.62%, with male literacy at 29.03% and female literacy at 14.13%.
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 | 453 | 236 | 217 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 50 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 80 | 54 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 373 | 182 | 191 |
Nearby Villages of Dob
Dob 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 Dob
Dob 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khilchipur to Dob is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Dob is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dob
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dob 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dob
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dob 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 Dob
Where is Dob located?
Dob village is located in Khilchipur Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dob?
The Gram Panchayat of Dob is Badri.
What is the pincode of Dob?
The pincode of Dob is 465679.
What is the population of Dob?
Dob had a total population of 453, including 236 males and 217 females.
How many households are there in Dob?
Dob had 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dob?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dob was 21.62%. Male literacy was 29.03% and female literacy was 14.13%.