Dobadia Village - Bhograi, Balasore
Dobadia is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Kamarda and around 74 km from Baleshwar. Gabgan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dobadia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dobadia is 391925. The village covers a total geographical area of 44 hectares and falls under the 756035 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Dobadia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhograi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dobadia
As per Census 2011, Dobadia village has a total population of 284 people, consisting of 149 males and 135 females. The village has 54 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 203 literate and 81 illiterate residents. Additionally, 188 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dobadia are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 284 | 149 | 135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 19 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 188 | 96 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 203 | 126 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 23 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Dobadia
Dobadia 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 Dobadia
Public transport in the Dobadia 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Dobadia is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Dobadia is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dobadia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dobadia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Dobadia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dobadia 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dobadia
Where is Dobadia located?
Dobadia village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dobadia?
The Gram Panchayat of Dobadia is Gabgan.
What is the pincode of Dobadia?
The pincode of Dobadia is 756035.
What is the population of Dobadia?
Dobadia has a total population of 284, including 149 males and 135 females.
How many households are there in Dobadia?
There are 54 households in Dobadia.
What is the literacy rate in Dobadia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dobadia is 71.48%. Male literacy is 84.56% and female literacy is 57.04%.