Dokhandapur - Satyabadi, Puri
Dokhandapur is a village situated in the Satyabadi tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Satyabadi and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Sukal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dokhandapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dokhandapur is 409698. The village covers a total geographical area of 75 hectares and falls under the 752014 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Dokhandapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Satyabadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dokhandapur
According to the 2011 Census, Dokhandapur village had a total population of 455 people, including 215 males and 240 females, living in 94 households. The sex ratio was 1,116 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.93%, with male literacy at 96.88% and female literacy at 89.22%.
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 | 455 | 215 | 240 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 23 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 368 | 186 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 29 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Dokhandapur
Dokhandapur 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 Dokhandapur
Dokhandapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Dokhandapur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puri to Dokhandapur is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Dokhandapur is about 27 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 Dokhandapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dokhandapur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dokhandapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dokhandapur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dokhandapur
Where is Dokhandapur located?
Dokhandapur village is located in Satyabadi Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dokhandapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dokhandapur is Sukal.
What is the pincode of Dokhandapur?
The pincode of Dokhandapur is 752014.
What is the population of Dokhandapur?
Dokhandapur had a total population of 455, including 215 males and 240 females.
How many households are there in Dokhandapur?
Dokhandapur had 94 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dokhandapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dokhandapur was 92.93%. Male literacy was 96.88% and female literacy was 89.22%.