Doganda - Kalimela, Malkangiri
Doganda is a village situated in the Kalimela tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. Manyamkunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Doganda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Doganda is 431129. The village covers a total geographical area of 325 hectares and falls under the 764087 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Doganda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malkangiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Doganda
As per Census 2011, Doganda village has a total population of 176 people, consisting of 94 males and 82 females. The village has 41 households and a sex ratio of 872 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 20 literate and 156 illiterate residents. Additionally, 176 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Doganda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 176 | 94 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 20 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 176 | 94 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 81 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Doganda
Doganda 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 Doganda
Doganda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malkangiri to Doganda is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Doganda is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Doganda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Doganda 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Doganda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Doganda 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 Doganda
Where is Doganda located?
Doganda village is located in Kalimela Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Doganda?
The Gram Panchayat of Doganda is Manyamkunda.
What is the pincode of Doganda?
The pincode of Doganda is 764087.
What is the population of Doganda?
Doganda has a total population of 176, including 94 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Doganda?
There are 41 households in Doganda.
What is the literacy rate in Doganda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Doganda is 11.36%. Male literacy is 13.83% and female literacy is 8.54%.