Dobha - Pohri, Shivpuri
Dobha is a village situated in the Pohri tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pohri and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Dobha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dobha is 455172. The village covers a total geographical area of 695.15 hectares and falls under the 473775 pincode. Shivpuri is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Dobha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pohari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dobha
As per Census 2011, Dobha village has a total population of 1,389 people, consisting of 696 males and 693 females. The village has 340 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 228 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 444 literate and 945 illiterate residents. Additionally, 198 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 435 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dobha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,389 | 696 | 693 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 118 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 198 | 110 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 435 | 209 | 226 |
| Literate Population | 444 | 244 | 200 |
| Illiterate Population | 945 | 452 | 493 |
Nearby Villages of Dobha
Dobha 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 Dobha
Dobha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Shivpuri to Dobha is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dobha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dobha 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dobha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dobha 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 Dobha
Where is Dobha located?
Dobha village is located in Pohri Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dobha?
Dobha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dobha?
The pincode of Dobha is 473775.
What is the population of Dobha?
Dobha has a total population of 1,389, including 696 males and 693 females.
How many households are there in Dobha?
There are 340 households in Dobha.
What is the literacy rate in Dobha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dobha is 31.97%. Male literacy is 35.06% and female literacy is 28.86%.