Dokarapada - Gudari, Rayagada
Dokarapada is a village situated in the Gudari tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gudari and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Madhubana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dokarapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dokarapada is 426895. The village covers a total geographical area of 303 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Dokarapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dokarapada
As per Census 2011, Dokarapada village has a total population of 185 people, consisting of 82 males and 103 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 1,256 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 24 literate and 161 illiterate residents. Additionally, 55 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 129 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dokarapada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 185 | 82 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 18 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 25 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 129 | 57 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 24 | 16 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 161 | 66 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Dokarapada
Dokarapada 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 Dokarapada
Public transport in the Dokarapada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Dokarapada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Dokarapada is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dokarapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dokarapada 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 Dokarapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dokarapada 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 Dokarapada
Where is Dokarapada located?
Dokarapada village is located in Gudari Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dokarapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Dokarapada is Madhubana.
What is the pincode of Dokarapada?
The pincode of Dokarapada is 765026.
What is the population of Dokarapada?
Dokarapada has a total population of 185, including 82 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Dokarapada?
There are 40 households in Dokarapada.
What is the literacy rate in Dokarapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dokarapada is 12.97%. Male literacy is 19.51% and female literacy is 7.77%.