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.
Here you can discover what makes Dostia unique in its vibrant Motihari-Purba Champaran region. You’ll see Dostia’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 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.
Google Map of Dostia
Population of Dostia
According to the 2011 Census, Dostia has a total population of about 2,659, with approximately 1,433 males and 1,226 females. The sex ratio is around 855 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 529 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 24.97%, with male literacy at about 33.29% and female literacy near 15.25%. There are around 481 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dostia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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.
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%.