Dhotma
Dhotma is a village located in Jaijaipur tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Jaijaipur (tehsildar office) and 51km away from district headquarter Janjgir. As per 2009 stats, Dhotma village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dhotma unique in its vibrant Jaijaipur-Janjgir Champa region. You’ll see Dhotma’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 Dhotma
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhotma is 437416. The village spans a total geographical area of 390.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495119. Jaijaipur is nearest town to Dhotma village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
Google Map of Dhotma
Population of Dhotma
According to the 2011 Census, Dhotma has a total population of about 1,131, with approximately 540 males and 591 females. The sex ratio is around 1094 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 178 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 138 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 112. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.64%, with male literacy at about 60.56% and female literacy near 43.49%. There are around 217 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhotma's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,131 | 540 | 591 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 92 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 138 | 69 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 112 | 57 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 584 | 327 | 257 |
| Illiterate Population | 547 | 213 | 334 |
Connectivity of Dhotma
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhotma. As per the 2011 stats, Dhotma had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhotma
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhotma helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhotma.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhotma
- Where is Dhotma located?
- Dhotma village is situated in Jaijaipur Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhotma?
- Dhotma serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dhotma?
- The pincode of Dhotma is 495119, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dhotma as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhotma is 1,131, with 540 males and 591 females.
- How many households are there in Dhotma as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhotma village has a total of 217 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhotma as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhotma is 51.64%. The male literacy rate is 60.56%, while the female literacy rate is 43.49%.