Dosia
Dosia is a village located in Pattamundai tehsil of Kendrapara district in Odisha, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Pattamundai (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Kendrapara . As per 2009 stats, Dosia village is also a gram panchayat.
Dosia has its own place in the vibrant Kendrapara region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Dosia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dosia is 396301. The village spans a total geographical area of 144 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754217. Pattamundai is nearest town to Dosia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dosia village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Rajanagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dosia
Population of Dosia
Below is a concise population overview of Dosia as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 555 | 254 | 301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 37 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 415 | 201 | 214 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 53 | 87 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dosia village:
- The total population of Dosia village is around 555, including approximately 254 males and 301 females, with a sex ratio of 1185 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 69 children aged 0–6 years in Dosia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dosia village has 18 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Dosia village is about 74.77%, with male literacy at 79.13% and female literacy at 71.10%.
- There are around 135 households in Dosia village.
Connectivity of Dosia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dosia. As per the 2011 stats, Dosia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dosia
Knowing the nearby villages of Dosia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dosia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dosia
- Where is Dosia located?
- Dosia village is situated in Pattamundai Tehsil, within the Kendrapara district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dosia?
- Dosia serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dosia?
- The pincode of Dosia is 754217, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dosia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dosia is 555, with 254 males and 301 females.
- How many households are there in Dosia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dosia village has a total of 135 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dosia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dosia is 74.77%. The male literacy rate is 79.13%, while the female literacy rate is 71.10%.