Doraghata - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Doraghata is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrakonda and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Chitrakonda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Doraghata village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Doraghata is 430628. The village falls under the 764052 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Doraghata village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Doraghata
According to the 2011 Census, Doraghata village had a total population of 80 people, including 45 males and 35 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 778 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.97%, with male literacy at 61.54% and female literacy at 25.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 65, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 15.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 80 | 45 | 35 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 38 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 31 | 24 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 21 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Doraghata
Doraghata 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 Doraghata
Doraghata is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balimela to Doraghata is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Doraghata is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Doraghata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Doraghata village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Doraghata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Doraghata village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Doraghata
Where is Doraghata located?
Doraghata village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Doraghata?
The Gram Panchayat of Doraghata is Chitrakonda.
What is the pincode of Doraghata?
The pincode of Doraghata is 764052.
What is the population of Doraghata?
Doraghata had a total population of 80, including 45 males and 35 females.
How many households are there in Doraghata?
Doraghata had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Doraghata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Doraghata was 46.97%. Male literacy was 61.54% and female literacy was 25.93%.