Dohitakhanda - Gop, Puri
Dohitakhanda is a village situated in the Gop tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 63 km from Sadar and around 31 km from Puri. Baligualli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dohitakhanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dohitakhanda is 409837. The village covers a total geographical area of 72 hectares and falls under the 752004 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Dohitakhanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Puri Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Nearby Villages of Dohitakhanda
Dohitakhanda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nalihana | North-West | 0.78 km |
| Gaindol | East | 0.99 km |
| Shirihana | North-West | 1.34 km |
| Nakhisahi | South-East | 1.48 km |
| Nilakanthpada | North-East | 1.51 km |
| Phanaphana | North-West | 1.97 km |
| Thorab | North | 2.37 km |
| Ura | North-West | 2.50 km |
| Alatunga | West | 2.55 km |
| Gadabhingura | North-East | 2.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dohitakhanda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dohitakhanda. The nearest railway station is Malatipatpur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puri to Dohitakhanda is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Dohitakhanda is about 31 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 Dohitakhanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dohitakhanda 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dohitakhanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dohitakhanda 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 Dohitakhanda
Where is Dohitakhanda located?
Dohitakhanda village is located in Gop Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dohitakhanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Dohitakhanda is Baligualli.
What is the pincode of Dohitakhanda?
The pincode of Dohitakhanda is 752004.