Dhakotha - Anandapur, Keonjhar
Dhakotha is a village situated in the Anandapur tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from Ghasipura and around 68 km from Kendujhar. Dhakotha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhakotha is 386877. The village covers a total geographical area of 84 hectares and falls under the 758015 pincode. Jajapur is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Dhakotha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghasipura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhakotha
As per Census 2011, Dhakotha village has a total population of 1,045 people, consisting of 529 males and 516 females. The village has 206 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 125 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 727 literate and 318 illiterate residents. Additionally, 147 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhakotha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,045 | 529 | 516 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 64 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 147 | 68 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 727 | 391 | 336 |
| Illiterate Population | 318 | 138 | 180 |
Nearby Villages of Dhakotha
Dhakotha 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 Dhakotha
Dhakotha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jajapur to Dhakotha is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Dhakotha is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhakotha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhakotha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhakotha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhakotha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhakotha
Where is Dhakotha located?
Dhakotha village is located in Anandapur Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhakotha?
Dhakotha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhakotha?
The pincode of Dhakotha is 758015.
What is the population of Dhakotha?
Dhakotha has a total population of 1,045, including 529 males and 516 females.
How many households are there in Dhakotha?
There are 206 households in Dhakotha.
What is the literacy rate in Dhakotha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhakotha is 69.57%. Male literacy is 73.91% and female literacy is 65.12%.