Dhobei - Boden, Nuapada
Dhobei is a village situated in the Boden tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boden and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Bhainsadani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhobei village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhobei is 422092. The village covers a total geographical area of 350 hectares and falls under the 766111 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Dhobei village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khariar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhobei
As per Census 2011, Dhobei village has a total population of 584 people, consisting of 336 males and 248 females. The village has 121 households and a sex ratio of 738 females per 1,000 males. There are 96 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 302 literate and 282 illiterate residents. Additionally, 46 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 467 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhobei are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 584 | 336 | 248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 52 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 32 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 467 | 269 | 198 |
| Literate Population | 302 | 220 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 282 | 116 | 166 |
Nearby Villages of Dhobei
Dhobei 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 Dhobei
Dhobei is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Khariar Road to Dhobei is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Dhobei is about 105 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 Dhobei
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhobei village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhobei
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhobei 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 Dhobei
Where is Dhobei located?
Dhobei village is located in Boden Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhobei?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhobei is Bhainsadani.
What is the pincode of Dhobei?
The pincode of Dhobei is 766111.
What is the population of Dhobei?
Dhobei has a total population of 584, including 336 males and 248 females.
How many households are there in Dhobei?
There are 121 households in Dhobei.
What is the literacy rate in Dhobei?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhobei is 51.71%. Male literacy is 65.48% and female literacy is 33.06%.