Dolapur - Bahanaga, Balasore
Dolapur is a village situated in the Bahanaga tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 2 km from Soro and around 87 km from Baleshwar. Aruhabad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dolapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dolapur is 393933. The village covers a total geographical area of 338 hectares and falls under the 756044 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Dolapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Soro Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dolapur
As per Census 2011, Dolapur village has a total population of 1,190 people, consisting of 588 males and 602 females. The village has 278 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 155 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 903 literate and 287 illiterate residents. Additionally, 62 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dolapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,190 | 588 | 602 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 80 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 36 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 903 | 484 | 419 |
| Illiterate Population | 287 | 104 | 183 |
Nearby Villages of Dolapur
Dolapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karanjabindha | North | 1.06 km |
| Kantapada | South-West | 1.14 km |
| Samsarpur | South | 1.27 km |
| Muraritiran | South-East | 1.40 km |
| Patripur | South-East | 1.68 km |
| Haripur | North-West | 1.71 km |
| Chakabarunei | South-West | 2.02 km |
| Apitira | North-West | 2.16 km |
| Jhadta | West | 2.23 km |
| Bishnupur | South | 2.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dolapur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dolapur. The nearest railway station is Panpana, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 124.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Dolapur is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Dolapur is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dolapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dolapur 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dolapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dolapur 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 Dolapur
Where is Dolapur located?
Dolapur village is located in Bahanaga Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dolapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dolapur is Aruhabad.
What is the pincode of Dolapur?
The pincode of Dolapur is 756044.
What is the population of Dolapur?
Dolapur has a total population of 1,190, including 588 males and 602 females.
How many households are there in Dolapur?
There are 278 households in Dolapur.
What is the literacy rate in Dolapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dolapur is 75.88%. Male literacy is 82.31% and female literacy is 69.60%.