Dokeni - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Dokeni is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuripada and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Dutimendi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dokeni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dokeni is 415603. The village covers a total geographical area of 76 hectares and falls under the 762012 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Dokeni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dokeni
According to the 2011 Census, Dokeni village had a total population of 123 people, including 63 males and 60 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.74%, with male literacy at 96.30% and female literacy at 85.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 75, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 48.
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 | 123 | 63 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 38 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 25 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 98 | 52 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 11 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Dokeni
Dokeni 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 Dokeni
Dokeni 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 5-10 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 Phulabani to Dokeni is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Dokeni is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dokeni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dokeni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dokeni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dokeni 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 Dokeni
Where is Dokeni located?
Dokeni village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dokeni?
The Gram Panchayat of Dokeni is Dutimendi.
What is the pincode of Dokeni?
The pincode of Dokeni is 762012.
What is the population of Dokeni?
Dokeni had a total population of 123, including 63 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Dokeni?
Dokeni had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dokeni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dokeni was 90.74%. Male literacy was 96.30% and female literacy was 85.19%.