Dostia
About Dostia
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dostia village is 219087. Dostia village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 468 hectares. Dostia has a total population of 6,852 peoples, out of which male population is 3,600 while female population is 3,252. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 903 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dostia village is 41.08% out of which 50.39% males and 30.78% females are literate. There are about 1,471 houses in dostia village. Pincode of dostia village locality is 843330.
Sitamarhi is nearest town to dostia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
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Population of Dostia
The population details of Dostia cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,852 | 3,600 | 3,252 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,396 | 726 | 670 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1,036 | 548 | 488 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 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 Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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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%.