Doani - Brahmagiri, Puri
Doani is a village situated in the Brahmagiri tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Brahmagiri and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Grahrodanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Doani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Doani is 410018. The village covers a total geographical area of 8 hectares and falls under the 752011 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Doani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bramhagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Doani
According to the 2011 Census, Doani village had a total population of 253 people, including 122 males and 131 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 1,074 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.33%, with male literacy at 96.23% and female literacy at 79.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 81.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 253 | 122 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 81 | 37 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 193 | 102 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 20 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Doani
Doani 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 Doani
Doani 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 Puri to Doani is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Doani is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Doani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Doani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Doani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Doani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Doani
Where is Doani located?
Doani village is located in Brahmagiri Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Doani?
The Gram Panchayat of Doani is Grahrodanga.
What is the pincode of Doani?
The pincode of Doani is 752011.
What is the population of Doani?
Doani had a total population of 253, including 122 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Doani?
Doani had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Doani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Doani was 87.33%. Male literacy was 96.23% and female literacy was 79.13%.