Dobhaya - Kochinda, Sambalpur
Dobhaya is a village situated in the Kochinda tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kochinda and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Boxama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dobhaya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dobhaya is 381591. The village covers a total geographical area of 16 hectares and falls under the 768222 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Dobhaya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kuchinda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dobhaya
As per Census 2011, Dobhaya village has a total population of 57 people, consisting of 32 males and 25 females. The village has 13 households and a sex ratio of 781 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 10 literate and 47 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 29 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dobhaya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 57 | 32 | 25 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 10 | 8 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 24 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Dobhaya
Dobhaya 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 Dobhaya
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Dobhaya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kochinda to Dobhaya is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Dobhaya is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dobhaya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dobhaya 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 Dobhaya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dobhaya 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 Dobhaya
Where is Dobhaya located?
Dobhaya village is located in Kochinda Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dobhaya?
The Gram Panchayat of Dobhaya is Boxama.
What is the pincode of Dobhaya?
The pincode of Dobhaya is 768222.
What is the population of Dobhaya?
Dobhaya has a total population of 57, including 32 males and 25 females.
How many households are there in Dobhaya?
There are 13 households in Dobhaya.
What is the literacy rate in Dobhaya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dobhaya is 17.54%. Male literacy is 25.00% and female literacy is 8.00%.