Dokhni
Dokhni is a village located in Ramnagar subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Ramnagar (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Bettiah. As per 2009 stats, Bankatwa Karmahiya is the gram panchayat of Dokhni village.
Here you can discover what makes Dokhni unique in its vibrant Ramnagar-Pashchim Champaran region. You’ll see Dokhni’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 Dokhni
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dokhni is 216196. The village spans a total geographical area of 453 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 845106. Narkatiyaganj is nearest town to Dokhni village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 51km away.
Google Map of Dokhni
Population of Dokhni
According to the 2011 Census, Dokhni has a total population of about 2,730, with approximately 1,408 males and 1,322 females. The sex ratio is around 938 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 473 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 262 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,188. The overall literacy rate is approximately 43.63%, with male literacy at about 55.54% and female literacy near 30.94%. There are around 520 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dokhni's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,730 | 1,408 | 1,322 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 473 | 238 | 235 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 262 | 141 | 121 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,188 | 1,124 | 1,064 |
| Literate Population | 1,191 | 782 | 409 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,539 | 626 | 913 |
Connectivity of Dokhni
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dokhni. As per the 2011 stats, Dokhni had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dokhni
Knowing the nearby villages of Dokhni helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dokhni.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dokhni
- Where is Dokhni located?
- Dokhni village is situated in Ramnagar Subdivision, within the Pashchim Champaran district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dokhni?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dokhni is Bankatwa Karmahiya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dokhni?
- The pincode of Dokhni is 845106, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dokhni as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dokhni is 2,730, with 1,408 males and 1,322 females.
- How many households are there in Dokhni as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dokhni village has a total of 520 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dokhni as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dokhni is 43.63%. The male literacy rate is 55.54%, while the female literacy rate is 30.94%.