Dokamara - Dasamantapur, Koraput
Dokamara is a village situated in the Dasamantapur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasamantapur and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Chikamba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dokamara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dokamara is 428407. The village covers a total geographical area of 201 hectares and falls under the 764028 pincode. Kotpad is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Dokamara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dokamara
As per Census 2011, Dokamara village has a total population of 387 people, consisting of 177 males and 210 females. The village has 95 households and a sex ratio of 1,186 females per 1,000 males. There are 79 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 84 literate and 303 illiterate residents. Additionally, 77 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 309 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dokamara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 387 | 177 | 210 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 35 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 39 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 309 | 138 | 171 |
| Literate Population | 84 | 54 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 303 | 123 | 180 |
Nearby Villages of Dokamara
Dokamara is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Hatimunda | North | 1.79 km |
| Phatkijam | South-East | 1.90 km |
| Talagadala | West | 1.94 km |
| Bandisil | North-West | 2.06 km |
| Pirimachhi | South-East | 3.05 km |
| Chikamba | South | 3.13 km |
| Badabagiri | East | 3.28 km |
| Dumbaguda | North-East | 3.37 km |
| Upargadala | South-West | 3.96 km |
| Tureighati | North | 4.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dokamara
Public transport in the Dokamara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Singaram, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.3 km.
| 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 Kotpad to Dokamara is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Dokamara is about 66 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 Dokamara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dokamara 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 Dokamara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dokamara 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 Dokamara
Where is Dokamara located?
Dokamara village is located in Dasamantapur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dokamara?
The Gram Panchayat of Dokamara is Chikamba.
What is the pincode of Dokamara?
The pincode of Dokamara is 764028.
What is the population of Dokamara?
Dokamara has a total population of 387, including 177 males and 210 females.
How many households are there in Dokamara?
There are 95 households in Dokamara.
What is the literacy rate in Dokamara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dokamara is 21.71%. Male literacy is 30.51% and female literacy is 14.29%.