Dathua - Ghanshyampur, Darbhanga
Dathua is a village situated in the Ghanshyampur subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghanshyampur and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Ganoun serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dathua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dathua is 227752. The village covers a total geographical area of 359 hectares and falls under the 847427 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Dathua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dathua
According to the 2011 Census, Dathua village had a total population of 4,416 people, including 2,260 males and 2,156 females, living in 960 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.72%, with male literacy at 62.30% and female literacy at 36.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 922, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 4,416 | 2,260 | 2,156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 836 | 406 | 430 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 922 | 463 | 459 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,780 | 1,155 | 625 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,636 | 1,105 | 1,531 |
Nearby Villages of Dathua
Dathua 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 Dathua
Dathua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Dathua has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darbhanga to Dathua is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dathua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dathua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dathua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dathua 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dathua
Where is Dathua located?
Dathua village is located in Ghanshyampur Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dathua?
The Gram Panchayat of Dathua is Ganoun.
What is the pincode of Dathua?
The pincode of Dathua is 847427.
What is the population of Dathua?
Dathua had a total population of 4,416, including 2,260 males and 2,156 females.
How many households are there in Dathua?
Dathua had 960 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dathua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dathua was 49.72%. Male literacy was 62.30% and female literacy was 36.21%.