Dostia
Dostia is a village located in Sonbarsa subdivision of Sitamarhi district in Bihar, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Sonbarsa (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Sitamarhi. As per 2009 stats, Dostiya is the gram panchayat of Dostia village.
Here you can discover what makes Dostia unique in its vibrant Sonbarsa-Sitamarhi 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 219087. The village spans a total geographical area of 468 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 843330. Sitamarhi is nearest town to Dostia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Dostia
Population of Dostia
According to the 2011 Census, Dostia has a total population of about 6,852, with approximately 3,600 males and 3,252 females. The sex ratio is around 903 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,396 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,036 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 41.08%, with male literacy at about 50.39% and female literacy near 30.78%. There are around 1,471 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,852 | 3,600 | 3,252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,396 | 726 | 670 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,036 | 548 | 488 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,815 | 1,814 | 1,001 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,037 | 1,786 | 2,251 |
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 village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 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 Sonbarsa Subdivision, within the Sitamarhi district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dostia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dostia is Dostiya (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 843330, 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 6,852, with 3,600 males and 3,252 females.
- How many households are there in Dostia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dostia village has a total of 1,471 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dostia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dostia is 41.08%. The male literacy rate is 50.39%, while the female literacy rate is 30.78%.