Dhobaatal - Boipariguda, Koraput
Dhobaatal is a village situated in the Boipariguda tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boipariguda and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Dandabadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhobaatal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhobaatal is 429452. The village falls under the 764043 pincode. Kotpad is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Dhobaatal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kotpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhobaatal
As per Census 2011, Dhobaatal village has a total population of 152 people, consisting of 74 males and 78 females. The village has 37 households and a sex ratio of 1,054 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 13 literate and 139 illiterate residents. Additionally, 152 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhobaatal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 152 | 74 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 18 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 152 | 74 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 66 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Dhobaatal
Dhobaatal 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 Dhobaatal
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dhobaatal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Kotpad to Dhobaatal is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Dhobaatal is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhobaatal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhobaatal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhobaatal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhobaatal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhobaatal
Where is Dhobaatal located?
Dhobaatal village is located in Boipariguda Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhobaatal?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhobaatal is Dandabadi.
What is the pincode of Dhobaatal?
The pincode of Dhobaatal is 764043.
What is the population of Dhobaatal?
Dhobaatal has a total population of 152, including 74 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Dhobaatal?
There are 37 households in Dhobaatal.
What is the literacy rate in Dhobaatal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhobaatal is 8.55%. Male literacy is 10.81% and female literacy is 6.41%.