Dogharia - Dagarua, Purnia
Dogharia is a village situated in the Dagarua subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dagarua and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Tauli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dogharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dogharia is 224212. The village covers a total geographical area of 22 hectares and falls under the 854326 pincode. Purnia is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Dogharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dogharia
According to the 2011 Census, Dogharia village had a total population of 609 people, including 333 males and 276 females, living in 121 households. The sex ratio was 829 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.08%, with male literacy at 42.92% and female literacy at 30.24%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 609 | 333 | 276 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 93 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 165 | 103 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 444 | 230 | 214 |
Nearby Villages of Dogharia
Dogharia is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dogharia
Dogharia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dogharia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purnia to Dogharia is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dogharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dogharia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dogharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dogharia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dogharia
Where is Dogharia located?
Dogharia village is located in Dagarua Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dogharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Dogharia is Tauli.
What is the pincode of Dogharia?
The pincode of Dogharia is 854326.
What is the population of Dogharia?
Dogharia had a total population of 609, including 333 males and 276 females.
How many households are there in Dogharia?
Dogharia had 121 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dogharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dogharia was 37.08%. Male literacy was 42.92% and female literacy was 30.24%.