Dobadia - 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
According to the 2011 Census, Dobadia village had a total population of 284 people, including 149 males and 135 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.94%, with male literacy at 96.92% and female literacy at 70.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 188, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 284 | 149 | 135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 19 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 188 | 96 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 284, including 149 males and 135 females.
How many households are there in Dobadia?
Dobadia had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dobadia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dobadia was 84.94%. Male literacy was 96.92% and female literacy was 70.64%.