Dosut

Dosut is a village located in Rahui subdivision of Nalanda district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Rahui (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Biharsharif. As per 2009 stats, Dosut village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Dosut unique in its vibrant Rahui-Nalanda region. You’ll see Dosut’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 Dosut

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dosut is 244393. The village spans a total geographical area of 549 hectares. Biharsharif is nearest town to Dosut village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.

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Population of Dosut

According to the 2011 Census, Dosut has a total population of about 7,062, with approximately 3,577 males and 3,485 females. The sex ratio is around 974 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,398 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,889 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 39.42%, with male literacy at about 50.41% and female literacy near 28.15%. There are around 1,078 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dosut's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 7,062 3,577 3,485
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,398 691 707
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,889 964 925
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,784 1,803 981
Illiterate Population 4,278 1,774 2,504

Connectivity of Dosut

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dosut. As per the 2011 stats, Dosut had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Dosut

Knowing the nearby villages of Dosut helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dosut.

Frequently Asked Questions about Dosut

Where is Dosut located?
Dosut village is situated in Rahui Subdivision, within the Nalanda district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dosut?
Dosut serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Dosut as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dosut is 7,062, with 3,577 males and 3,485 females.
How many households are there in Dosut as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dosut village has a total of 1,078 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dosut as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dosut is 39.42%. The male literacy rate is 50.41%, while the female literacy rate is 28.15%.