Datin - Dhuraiya, Banka
Datin is a village situated in the Dhuraiya subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhuraiya and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Chandadih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Datin village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Datin is 240944. The village covers a total geographical area of 100 hectares and falls under the 813109 pincode. Banka is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Datin village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Datin
According to the 2011 Census, Datin village had a total population of 399 people, including 219 males and 180 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 822 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 2.93%, with male literacy at 4.95% and female literacy at 0.63%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 399 | 219 | 180 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 37 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 10 | 9 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 389 | 210 | 179 |
Nearby Villages of Datin
Datin 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 Datin
Datin is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Datin.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banka to Datin is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Datin
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Datin village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Datin
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Datin village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Datin
Where is Datin located?
Datin village is located in Dhuraiya Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Datin?
The Gram Panchayat of Datin is Chandadih.
What is the pincode of Datin?
The pincode of Datin is 813109.
What is the population of Datin?
Datin had a total population of 399, including 219 males and 180 females.
How many households are there in Datin?
Datin had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Datin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Datin was 2.93%. Male literacy was 4.95% and female literacy was 0.63%.