Dholbaja - Forbesganj, Araria
Dholbaja is a village situated in the Forbesganj subdivision of Araria district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Forbesganj and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Araria. Dhol Baja serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dholbaja village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dholbaja is 221546. The village covers a total geographical area of 634 hectares and falls under the 854318 pincode. Farbisganj is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Dholbaja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dholbaja
As per Census 2011, Dholbaja village has a total population of 9,139 people, consisting of 4,579 males and 4,560 females. The village has 1,846 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,769 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,354 literate and 4,785 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,339 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dholbaja are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,139 | 4,579 | 4,560 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,769 | 858 | 911 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,339 | 1,168 | 1,171 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 4,354 | 2,483 | 1,871 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,785 | 2,096 | 2,689 |
Nearby Villages of Dholbaja
Dholbaja 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bishunpur | West | 1.27 km |
| Binodpur | East | 1.54 km |
| Eidgah | South | 2.59 km |
| Dakripur | South-West | 2.79 km |
| Sirsia | South | 3.24 km |
| Sukhirampur | South-West | 3.36 km |
| Gopalpur | North-East | 3.52 km |
| Hatpothia | South-East | 3.67 km |
| Haripur | West | 3.74 km |
| Sukhi | South | 3.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dholbaja
Dholbaja is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dholbaja, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.0 km.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Farbisganj to Dholbaja is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Araria to Dholbaja is about 28 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 Dholbaja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dholbaja village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dholbaja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dholbaja 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dholbaja
Where is Dholbaja located?
Dholbaja village is located in Forbesganj Subdivision, Araria district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dholbaja?
The Gram Panchayat of Dholbaja is Dhol Baja.
What is the pincode of Dholbaja?
The pincode of Dholbaja is 854318.
What is the population of Dholbaja?
Dholbaja has a total population of 9,139, including 4,579 males and 4,560 females.
How many households are there in Dholbaja?
There are 1,846 households in Dholbaja.
What is the literacy rate in Dholbaja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dholbaja is 47.64%. Male literacy is 54.23% and female literacy is 41.03%.