Doto - Boden, Nuapada
Doto is a village situated in the Boden tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boden and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Karangamal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Doto village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Doto is 422125. The village covers a total geographical area of 372 hectares and falls under the 766118 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Doto 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 Doto
As per Census 2011, Doto village has a total population of 1,619 people, consisting of 821 males and 798 females. The village has 467 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 224 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 662 literate and 957 illiterate residents. Additionally, 321 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 101 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Doto are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,619 | 821 | 798 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 224 | 118 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 321 | 167 | 154 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 101 | 51 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 662 | 420 | 242 |
| Illiterate Population | 957 | 401 | 556 |
Nearby Villages of Doto
Doto 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dumerpadar | West | 1.13 km |
| Lesunpali | North | 1.58 km |
| Khorla | East | 1.81 km |
| Karangamal | South | 1.85 km |
| Anakapur | North-East | 2.73 km |
| Pitapani | South-West | 3.03 km |
| Jayabahal | North | 3.04 km |
| Kampur | South-East | 3.10 km |
| Gumabahal | East | 3.11 km |
| Kulekela | West | 3.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Doto
Doto is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kantabanji, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.2 km.
| 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 Khariar Road to Doto is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Doto is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Doto
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Doto village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Doto
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Doto village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Doto
Where is Doto located?
Doto village is located in Boden Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Doto?
The Gram Panchayat of Doto is Karangamal.
What is the pincode of Doto?
The pincode of Doto is 766118.
What is the population of Doto?
Doto has a total population of 1,619, including 821 males and 798 females.
How many households are there in Doto?
There are 467 households in Doto.
What is the literacy rate in Doto?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Doto is 40.89%. Male literacy is 51.16% and female literacy is 30.33%.