Dolbad - Basta, Balasore
Dolbad is a village situated in the Basta tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Singla and around 45 km from Baleshwar. Raghunathpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dolbad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dolbad is 392159. The village covers a total geographical area of 15 hectares and falls under the 756023 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Dolbad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaleswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dolbad
As per Census 2011, Dolbad village has a total population of 134 people, consisting of 71 males and 63 females. The village has 38 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 9 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 96 literate and 38 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dolbad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 134 | 71 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 56 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 15 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Dolbad
Dolbad 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 Dolbad
Public transport in the Dolbad is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Dolbad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Dolbad is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Dolbad is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dolbad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dolbad 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dolbad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dolbad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dolbad
Where is Dolbad located?
Dolbad village is located in Basta Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dolbad?
The Gram Panchayat of Dolbad is Raghunathpur.
What is the pincode of Dolbad?
The pincode of Dolbad is 756023.
What is the population of Dolbad?
Dolbad has a total population of 134, including 71 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Dolbad?
There are 38 households in Dolbad.
What is the literacy rate in Dolbad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dolbad is 71.64%. Male literacy is 78.87% and female literacy is 63.49%.