Dhobadhobani - Tiring, Mayurbhanj
Dhobadhobani is a village situated in the Tiring tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tiring and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Badnarini serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhobadhobani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhobadhobani is 387479. The village covers a total geographical area of 189 hectares and falls under the 757053 pincode. Rairangpur is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Dhobadhobani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhobadhobani
As per Census 2011, Dhobadhobani village has a total population of 430 people, consisting of 220 males and 210 females. The village has 88 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 86 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 190 literate and 240 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 405 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhobadhobani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 430 | 220 | 210 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 48 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 405 | 206 | 199 |
| Literate Population | 190 | 109 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 240 | 111 | 129 |
Nearby Villages of Dhobadhobani
Dhobadhobani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Haribera | West | 1.25 km |
| Henseldihi | North | 1.46 km |
| Pandhada | East | 1.57 km |
| Mirudih | South-West | 1.64 km |
| Sindrighutu | North | 1.66 km |
| Chapada | South | 1.85 km |
| Kapili | North-East | 2.23 km |
| Badanarayani | North-West | 2.36 km |
| Murdih | South | 2.68 km |
| Chandri | North-West | 2.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhobadhobani
Dhobadhobani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rairangpur, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Rairangpur to Dhobadhobani is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Dhobadhobani is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhobadhobani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhobadhobani 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhobadhobani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhobadhobani 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhobadhobani
Where is Dhobadhobani located?
Dhobadhobani village is located in Tiring Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhobadhobani?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhobadhobani is Badnarini.
What is the pincode of Dhobadhobani?
The pincode of Dhobadhobani is 757053.
What is the population of Dhobadhobani?
Dhobadhobani has a total population of 430, including 220 males and 210 females.
How many households are there in Dhobadhobani?
There are 88 households in Dhobadhobani.
What is the literacy rate in Dhobadhobani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhobadhobani is 44.19%. Male literacy is 49.55% and female literacy is 38.57%.