Dostia

Dostia is a village located in Motihari subdivision of Purba Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 17km away from Motihari, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Dostia village. As per 2009 stats, Barwa is the gram panchayat of Dostia village.

Dostia has its own place in the vibrant Purba Champaran region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Dostia

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dostia is 217928. The village spans a total geographical area of 215 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 845401. Motihari is nearest town to Dostia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.

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Population of Dostia

Below is a concise population overview of Dostia as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,659 1,433 1,226
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 529 279 250
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 664 477 187
Illiterate Population 1,995 956 1,039

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dostia village:

  • The total population of Dostia village is around 2,659, including approximately 1,433 males and 1,226 females, with a sex ratio of 855 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 529 children aged 0–6 years in Dostia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Dostia village is about 24.97%, with male literacy at 33.29% and female literacy at 15.25%.
  • There are around 481 households in Dostia village.

Connectivity of Dostia

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dostia. As per the 2011 stats, Dostia 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 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Dostia

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

Basbita Gamhariya Lachhmipur Barwa Sarsaula Jhitkahiya Karmaula Gulariya Semra Ramgarhwa Ray Singha

Frequently Asked Questions about Dostia

Where is Dostia located?
Dostia village is situated in Motihari Subdivision, within the Purba Champaran district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dostia?
The Gram Panchayat of Dostia is Barwa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dostia?
The pincode of Dostia is 845401, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dostia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dostia is 2,659, with 1,433 males and 1,226 females.
How many households are there in Dostia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dostia village has a total of 481 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dostia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dostia is 24.97%. The male literacy rate is 33.29%, while the female literacy rate is 15.25%.