Dudhia - Dighwara, Saran
Dudhia is a village situated in the Dighwara subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dighwara and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Akilpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dudhia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dudhia is 234450. The village covers a total geographical area of 126.6 hectares and falls under the 841207 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Dudhia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dudhia
As per Census 2011, Dudhia village has a total population of 2,733 people, consisting of 1,419 males and 1,314 females. The village has 373 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 619 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 976 literate and 1,757 illiterate residents. Additionally, 582 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dudhia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,733 | 1,419 | 1,314 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 619 | 317 | 302 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 582 | 321 | 261 |
| Literate Population | 976 | 635 | 341 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,757 | 784 | 973 |
Nearby Villages of Dudhia
Dudhia 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 Dudhia
Dudhia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Dudhia has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chapra to Dudhia is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Dudhia is about 40 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 Dudhia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dudhia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dudhia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dudhia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Dudhia
Where is Dudhia located?
Dudhia village is located in Dighwara Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dudhia?
The Gram Panchayat of Dudhia is Akilpur.
What is the pincode of Dudhia?
The pincode of Dudhia is 841207.
What is the population of Dudhia?
Dudhia has a total population of 2,733, including 1,419 males and 1,314 females.
How many households are there in Dudhia?
There are 373 households in Dudhia.
What is the literacy rate in Dudhia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dudhia is 35.71%. Male literacy is 44.75% and female literacy is 25.95%.