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
According to the 2011 Census, Dolbad village had a total population of 134 people, including 71 males and 63 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.80%, with male literacy at 86.15% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24.
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 | 134 | 71 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 134, including 71 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Dolbad?
Dolbad had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dolbad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dolbad was 76.80%. Male literacy was 86.15% and female literacy was 66.67%.