Dostany

Dostany is a village located in Sipajhar subdivision of Darrang district in Assam, India. It is situated 26km away from district headquarter Sipajhar. Sipajhar is the sub-district headquarter of Dostany village. As per 2009 stats, Garukhuti is the gram panchayat of Dostany village.

Dostany has its own place in the vibrant Darrang 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 Dostany

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dostany is 304880. The village spans a total geographical area of 202.24 hectares. Mangaldoi is nearest town to Dostany village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.

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Population of Dostany

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,427 697 730
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 131 57 74
Scheduled Castes (SC) 116 54 62
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,070 568 502
Illiterate Population 357 129 228

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

  • The total population of Dostany village is around 1,427, including approximately 697 males and 730 females, with a sex ratio of 1047 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 131 children aged 0–6 years in Dostany village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dostany village has 116 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Dostany village is about 74.98%, with male literacy at 81.49% and female literacy at 68.77%.
  • There are around 305 households in Dostany village.

Connectivity of Dostany

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

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

Nearby Villages of Dostany

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

Hatimuria Mahariadal Maroi Satkhali Ruparikash Cholardal Dhalpur No 1 Dhalpur No 2 Dhalpur No 3 Rajapukhuri Naljhahi

Frequently Asked Questions about Dostany

Where is Dostany located?
Dostany village is situated in Sipajhar Subdivision, within the Darrang district of Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dostany?
The Gram Panchayat of Dostany is Garukhuti (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Dostany as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dostany is 1,427, with 697 males and 730 females.
How many households are there in Dostany as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dostany village has a total of 305 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dostany as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dostany is 74.98%. The male literacy rate is 81.49%, while the female literacy rate is 68.77%.