Dhobapal - Talcher, Angul
Dhobapal is a village situated in the Talcher tehsil of Angul district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from Talcher Sadar and around 27 km from Anugul . Bentol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhobapal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhobapal is 404020. The village covers a total geographical area of 28 hectares and falls under the 759117 pincode. Talcher is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Dhobapal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talcher Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhobapal
According to the 2011 Census, Dhobapal village had a total population of 53 people, including 28 males and 25 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 893 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 97.56%, with male literacy at 95.24% and female literacy at 100.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 9.
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 | 53 | 28 | 25 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 13 | 8 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Dhobapal
Dhobapal 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 Dhobapal
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talcher to Dhobapal is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anugul to Dhobapal is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Dhobapal
Where is Dhobapal located?
Dhobapal village is located in Talcher Tehsil, Angul district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhobapal?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhobapal is Bentol.
What is the pincode of Dhobapal?
The pincode of Dhobapal is 759117.
What is the population of Dhobapal?
Dhobapal had a total population of 53, including 28 males and 25 females.
How many households are there in Dhobapal?
Dhobapal had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhobapal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhobapal was 97.56%. Male literacy was 95.24% and female literacy was 100.00%.