Dokrikote - Jharigan, Nabarangpur
Dokrikote is a village situated in the Jharigan tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from Jharigan and around 104 km from Nabarangapur . Chakalapadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dokrikote village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dokrikote is 427535. The village covers a total geographical area of 556 hectares and falls under the 764076 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Dokrikote village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jharigam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dokrikote
As per Census 2011, Dokrikote village has a total population of 692 people, consisting of 348 males and 344 females. The village has 172 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 122 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 51 literate and 641 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 638 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dokrikote are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 692 | 348 | 344 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 49 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 638 | 321 | 317 |
| Literate Population | 51 | 37 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 641 | 311 | 330 |
Nearby Villages of Dokrikote
Dokrikote 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 Dokrikote
Dokrikote 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 >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 Umarkote to Dokrikote is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Dokrikote is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dokrikote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dokrikote 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 Dokrikote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dokrikote 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 Dokrikote
Where is Dokrikote located?
Dokrikote village is located in Jharigan Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dokrikote?
The Gram Panchayat of Dokrikote is Chakalapadar.
What is the pincode of Dokrikote?
The pincode of Dokrikote is 764076.
What is the population of Dokrikote?
Dokrikote has a total population of 692, including 348 males and 344 females.
How many households are there in Dokrikote?
There are 172 households in Dokrikote.
What is the literacy rate in Dokrikote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dokrikote is 7.37%. Male literacy is 10.63% and female literacy is 4.07%.