Dostiya
Dostiya is a village located in Dhaka subdivision of Purba Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Dhaka (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Motihari. As per 2009 stats, Chandanbara is the gram panchayat of Dostiya village.
Here you can discover what makes Dostiya unique in its vibrant Dhaka-Purba Champaran region. You’ll see Dostiya’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 Dostiya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dostiya is 217823. The village spans a total geographical area of 107 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 845304. Dhaka is nearest town to Dostiya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
Google Map of Dostiya
Population of Dostiya
According to the 2011 Census, Dostiya has a total population of about 4,292, with approximately 2,241 males and 2,051 females. The sex ratio is around 915 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 942 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 276 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 47.02%, with male literacy at about 53.64% and female literacy near 39.79%. There are around 858 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dostiya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,292 | 2,241 | 2,051 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 942 | 494 | 448 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 276 | 147 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,018 | 1,202 | 816 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,274 | 1,039 | 1,235 |
Connectivity of Dostiya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dostiya. As per the 2011 stats, Dostiya 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dostiya
Knowing the nearby villages of Dostiya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dostiya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dostiya
- Where is Dostiya located?
- Dostiya village is situated in Dhaka Subdivision, within the Purba Champaran district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dostiya?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dostiya is Chandanbara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dostiya?
- The pincode of Dostiya is 845304, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dostiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dostiya is 4,292, with 2,241 males and 2,051 females.
- How many households are there in Dostiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dostiya village has a total of 858 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dostiya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dostiya is 47.02%. The male literacy rate is 53.64%, while the female literacy rate is 39.79%.