Dovabil - Dhamnagar, Bhadrak
Dovabil is a village situated in the Dhamnagar tehsil of Bhadrak district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Dhamanagar and around 37 km from Bhadrak. Arjunnpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dovabil village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dovabil is 394713. The village covers a total geographical area of 66 hectares and falls under the 756117 pincode. Jajapur is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Dovabil village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhamnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dovabil
As per Census 2011, Dovabil village has a total population of 500 people, consisting of 260 males and 240 females. The village has 118 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 330 literate and 170 illiterate residents. Additionally, 152 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dovabil are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 500 | 260 | 240 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 33 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 152 | 81 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 330 | 179 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 170 | 81 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Dovabil
Dovabil 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 Dovabil
Dovabil is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Jajapur to Dovabil is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhadrak to Dovabil is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dovabil
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dovabil village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dovabil
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dovabil village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dovabil
Where is Dovabil located?
Dovabil village is located in Dhamnagar Tehsil, Bhadrak district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dovabil?
The Gram Panchayat of Dovabil is Arjunnpur.
What is the pincode of Dovabil?
The pincode of Dovabil is 756117.
What is the population of Dovabil?
Dovabil has a total population of 500, including 260 males and 240 females.
How many households are there in Dovabil?
There are 118 households in Dovabil.
What is the literacy rate in Dovabil?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dovabil is 66.00%. Male literacy is 68.85% and female literacy is 62.92%.