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
As per Census 2011, Dokeni village has a total population of 123 people, consisting of 63 males and 60 females. The village has 30 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 98 literate and 25 illiterate residents. Additionally, 75 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 48 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dokeni are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 123, including 63 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Dokeni?
There are 30 households in Dokeni.
What is the literacy rate in Dokeni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dokeni is 79.67%. Male literacy is 82.54% and female literacy is 76.67%.