Dost Muhammadpur - Daniawan, Patna
Dost Muhammadpur is a village situated in the Daniawan subdivision of Patna district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Daniawan and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Patna. Bankipur Machhariyawan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dost Muhammadpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dost Muhammadpur is 246220. The village covers a total geographical area of 153 hectares and falls under the 803201 pincode. Fatwah is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Dost Muhammadpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dost Muhammadpur
As per Census 2011, Dost Muhammadpur village has a total population of 2,203 people, consisting of 1,171 males and 1,032 females. The village has 409 households and a sex ratio of 881 females per 1,000 males. There are 449 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,074 literate and 1,129 illiterate residents. Additionally, 328 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dost Muhammadpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,203 | 1,171 | 1,032 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 449 | 244 | 205 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 328 | 181 | 147 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,074 | 676 | 398 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,129 | 495 | 634 |
Nearby Villages of Dost Muhammadpur
Dost Muhammadpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Niyazipur | South-East | 1.36 km |
| Janarjanpur | West | 1.41 km |
| Warispur | North-East | 1.67 km |
| Bankipur Machhariawan | South-West | 2.13 km |
| Sonaru | North-West | 2.13 km |
| Raipura | North-East | 2.17 km |
| Gauri Punda | South | 2.75 km |
| Abdul Rahmanpur | North-East | 2.93 km |
| Rasulpur Kurtha | North-West | 2.97 km |
| Kolhar | West | 3.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dost Muhammadpur
Dost Muhammadpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gokulnagar, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Fatwah to Dost Muhammadpur is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patna to Dost Muhammadpur is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dost Muhammadpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dost Muhammadpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dost Muhammadpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dost Muhammadpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dost Muhammadpur
Where is Dost Muhammadpur located?
Dost Muhammadpur village is located in Daniawan Subdivision, Patna district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dost Muhammadpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dost Muhammadpur is Bankipur Machhariyawan.
What is the pincode of Dost Muhammadpur?
The pincode of Dost Muhammadpur is 803201.
What is the population of Dost Muhammadpur?
Dost Muhammadpur has a total population of 2,203, including 1,171 males and 1,032 females.
How many households are there in Dost Muhammadpur?
There are 409 households in Dost Muhammadpur.
What is the literacy rate in Dost Muhammadpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dost Muhammadpur is 48.75%. Male literacy is 57.73% and female literacy is 38.57%.