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.

Dhob has its own place in the vibrant Gaya region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Dhob

Below is a concise population overview of Dhob as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dhob village:

  • The total population of Dhob village is around 2,104, including approximately 1,088 males and 1,016 females, with a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 446 children aged 0–6 years in Dhob village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dhob village has 724 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Dhob village is about 40.45%, with male literacy at 48.81% and female literacy at 31.50%.
  • There are around 334 households in Dhob village.

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.

Kachauri Baher Gawan Khap Kalandara Suggi Naknupa Harna Chetab Kalan Kamat Majhanpur Bharari

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%.