Dobandhia - Mahanga, Cuttack
Dobandhia is a village situated in the Mahanga tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahanga and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Madhupur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dobandhia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dobandhia is 399424. The village covers a total geographical area of 254 hectares and falls under the 754204 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Dobandhia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dobandhia
As per Census 2011, Dobandhia village has a total population of 797 people, consisting of 399 males and 398 females. The village has 220 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 118 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 564 literate and 233 illiterate residents. Additionally, 155 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dobandhia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 797 | 399 | 398 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 65 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 155 | 82 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 564 | 310 | 254 |
| Illiterate Population | 233 | 89 | 144 |
Nearby Villages of Dobandhia
Dobandhia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Uluri-i | North-West | 1.54 km |
| Ghisuan | East | 1.58 km |
| Basudevpur | North-East | 1.71 km |
| Benupura | South-West | 1.90 km |
| Dhaulia | South-East | 2.04 km |
| Digambarpur | North | 2.25 km |
| Hargobindpur | South-East | 2.51 km |
| Purusotampur | West | 2.60 km |
| Bhubanpur | North-West | 2.93 km |
| Kundi | South | 3.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dobandhia
Dobandhia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Barithengarh, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cuttack to Dobandhia is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dobandhia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dobandhia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dobandhia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dobandhia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dobandhia
Where is Dobandhia located?
Dobandhia village is located in Mahanga Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dobandhia?
The Gram Panchayat of Dobandhia is Madhupur.
What is the pincode of Dobandhia?
The pincode of Dobandhia is 754204.
What is the population of Dobandhia?
Dobandhia has a total population of 797, including 399 males and 398 females.
How many households are there in Dobandhia?
There are 220 households in Dobandhia.
What is the literacy rate in Dobandhia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dobandhia is 70.77%. Male literacy is 77.69% and female literacy is 63.82%.