Dosut Village - Rahui, Nalanda
Dosut is a village situated in the Rahui subdivision of Nalanda district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rahui and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Biharsharif. Dosut village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dosut is 244393. The village covers a total geographical area of 549 hectares and falls under the 803110 pincode. Biharsharif is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Dosut village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dosut
As per Census 2011, Dosut village has a total population of 7,062 people, consisting of 3,577 males and 3,485 females. The village has 1,078 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,398 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,784 literate and 4,278 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,889 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dosut are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,062 | 3,577 | 3,485 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,398 | 691 | 707 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,889 | 964 | 925 |
| Literate Population | 2,784 | 1,803 | 981 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,278 | 1,774 | 2,504 |
Nearby Villages of Dosut
Dosut is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kashmiri Chak | South-West | 1.32 km |
| Dhamauli | East | 1.45 km |
| Birnawan | West | 1.81 km |
| Wena | North-East | 2.02 km |
| Marhara | South-West | 2.09 km |
| Araut | North | 2.40 km |
| Paithna | South | 2.44 km |
| Mora | North-East | 2.76 km |
| Tanrapar | North-West | 2.81 km |
| Uphraul | East | 2.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dosut
Dosut is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Wena, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Biharsharif to Dosut is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dosut
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dosut village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dosut
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dosut 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Dosut
Where is Dosut located?
Dosut village is located in Rahui Subdivision, Nalanda district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dosut?
Dosut is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dosut?
The pincode of Dosut is 803110.
What is the population of Dosut?
Dosut has a total population of 7,062, including 3,577 males and 3,485 females.
How many households are there in Dosut?
There are 1,078 households in Dosut.
What is the literacy rate in Dosut?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dosut is 39.42%. Male literacy is 50.41% and female literacy is 28.15%.