Dokari - Mahasi, Bahraich
Dokari is a village situated in the Mahasi tehsil of Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahsi and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Bahraich. Dokari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dokari is 171827. The village covers a total geographical area of 525.12 hectares and falls under the 271902 pincode. Bahraich is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Dokari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahsi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bahraich Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dokari
As per Census 2011, Dokari village has a total population of 3,661 people, consisting of 1,928 males and 1,733 females. The village has 801 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 737 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,349 literate and 2,312 illiterate residents. Additionally, 269 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dokari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,661 | 1,928 | 1,733 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 737 | 354 | 383 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 269 | 139 | 130 |
| Literate Population | 1,349 | 879 | 470 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,312 | 1,049 | 1,263 |
Nearby Villages of Dokari
Dokari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jihura Mafi | West | 1.49 km |
| Ramgadi | North-West | 1.93 km |
| Tingai | East | 2.10 km |
| Inami | North-East | 2.13 km |
| Naushahara | North-West | 2.30 km |
| Kodahi | South | 2.60 km |
| Khaira | North | 2.94 km |
| Dharmapur | South-West | 3.02 km |
| Khuajgipur | North-East | 3.07 km |
| Ramapur Kindhauli | South-East | 3.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dokari
Dokari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bahraich, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bahraich to Dokari is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dokari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dokari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dokari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dokari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dokari
Where is Dokari located?
Dokari village is located in Mahasi Tehsil, Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dokari?
Dokari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dokari?
The pincode of Dokari is 271902.
What is the population of Dokari?
Dokari has a total population of 3,661, including 1,928 males and 1,733 females.
How many households are there in Dokari?
There are 801 households in Dokari.
What is the literacy rate in Dokari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dokari is 36.85%. Male literacy is 45.59% and female literacy is 27.12%.