Dhoawa - Sonhaula, Bhagalpur
Dhoawa is a village situated in the Sonhaula subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonhaula and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Dhuabai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhoawa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhoawa is 240327. The village covers a total geographical area of 229 hectares and falls under the 813204 pincode. Colgong is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Dhoawa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kahalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhoawa
According to the 2011 Census, Dhoawa village had a total population of 3,787 people, including 2,008 males and 1,779 females, living in 769 households. The sex ratio was 886 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.16%, with male literacy at 83.30% and female literacy at 63.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 582.
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 | 3,787 | 2,008 | 1,779 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 687 | 343 | 344 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 582 | 311 | 271 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,299 | 1,387 | 912 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,488 | 621 | 867 |
Nearby Villages of Dhoawa
Dhoawa 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 Dhoawa
Public transport in the Dhoawa is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Colgong to Dhoawa is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Dhoawa is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhoawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhoawa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhoawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhoawa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dhoawa
Where is Dhoawa located?
Dhoawa village is located in Sonhaula Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhoawa?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhoawa is Dhuabai.
What is the pincode of Dhoawa?
The pincode of Dhoawa is 813204.
What is the population of Dhoawa?
Dhoawa had a total population of 3,787, including 2,008 males and 1,779 females.
How many households are there in Dhoawa?
Dhoawa had 769 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhoawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhoawa was 74.16%. Male literacy was 83.30% and female literacy was 63.55%.