Dhob
Dhob is a village located in Sherghati subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Sherghati (tehsildar office) and 57km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Kachauri is the gram panchayat of Dhob village.
Here you can discover what makes Dhob unique in its vibrant Sherghati-Gaya region. You’ll see Dhob’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dhob
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhob is 256312. The village spans a total geographical area of 318 hectares. Sherghati is nearest town to Dhob village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Dhob
Population of Dhob
According to the 2011 Census, Dhob has a total population of about 2,104, with approximately 1,088 males and 1,016 females. The sex ratio is around 933 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 446 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 724 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 40.45%, with male literacy at about 48.81% and female literacy near 31.50%. There are around 334 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhob's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,104 | 1,088 | 1,016 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 446 | 230 | 216 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 724 | 369 | 355 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 851 | 531 | 320 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,253 | 557 | 696 |
Connectivity of Dhob
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhob. As per the 2011 stats, Dhob 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhob
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhob helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhob.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhob
- Where is Dhob located?
- Dhob village is situated in Sherghati Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhob?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dhob is Kachauri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Dhob as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhob is 2,104, with 1,088 males and 1,016 females.
- How many households are there in Dhob as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhob village has a total of 334 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhob as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhob is 40.45%. The male literacy rate is 48.81%, while the female literacy rate is 31.50%.