Dokanda

Dokanda is a village located in Satyabadi tehsil of Puri district in Odisha, India. It is situated 1km away from sub-district headquarter Satyabadi (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Puri. As per 2009 stats, Bokanda is the gram panchayat of Dokanda village.

Dokanda has its own place in the vibrant Puri region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Dokanda

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dokanda is 409586. The village spans a total geographical area of 206 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 752017. Puri is nearest town to Dokanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.

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Population of Dokanda

Below is a concise population overview of Dokanda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,300 1,184 1,116
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 292 145 147
Scheduled Castes (SC) 952 494 458
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,654 918 736
Illiterate Population 646 266 380

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dokanda village:

  • The total population of Dokanda village is around 2,300, including approximately 1,184 males and 1,116 females, with a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 292 children aged 0–6 years in Dokanda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dokanda village has 952 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Dokanda village is about 71.91%, with male literacy at 77.53% and female literacy at 65.95%.
  • There are around 500 households in Dokanda village.

Connectivity of Dokanda

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dokanda. As per the 2011 stats, Dokanda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Dokanda

Knowing the nearby villages of Dokanda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dokanda.

Pasiapada Radhamohanpur Chadakpur Dimiri Kanas Tarapada Balabhadrapur Baigantali Ostapari Badas Kakharubasta

Frequently Asked Questions about Dokanda

Where is Dokanda located?
Dokanda village is situated in Satyabadi Tehsil, within the Puri district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dokanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Dokanda is Bokanda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dokanda?
The pincode of Dokanda is 752017, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dokanda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dokanda is 2,300, with 1,184 males and 1,116 females.
How many households are there in Dokanda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dokanda village has a total of 500 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dokanda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dokanda is 71.91%. The male literacy rate is 77.53%, while the female literacy rate is 65.95%.