Dantu
Dantu is a village located in Kasmar subdivision of Bokaro district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Kasmar (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Bokaro. As per 2009 stats, Daatu is the gram panchayat of Dantu village.
Here you can discover what makes Dantu unique in its vibrant Kasmar-Bokaro region. You’ll see Dantu’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 Dantu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dantu is 362491. The village spans a total geographical area of 400.73 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 829121. Kasmar is nearest town to Dantu village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Dantu
Population of Dantu
According to the 2011 Census, Dantu has a total population of about 3,287, with approximately 1,635 males and 1,652 females. The sex ratio is around 1010 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 469 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 756 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 59. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.00%, with male literacy at about 72.72% and female literacy near 51.39%. There are around 709 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dantu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,287 | 1,635 | 1,652 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 469 | 223 | 246 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 756 | 368 | 388 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 29 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 2,038 | 1,189 | 849 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,249 | 446 | 803 |
Connectivity of Dantu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dantu. As per the 2011 stats, Dantu 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 Dantu
Knowing the nearby villages of Dantu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dantu.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dantu
- Where is Dantu located?
- Dantu village is situated in Kasmar Subdivision, within the Bokaro district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dantu?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dantu is Daatu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dantu?
- The pincode of Dantu is 829121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dantu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dantu is 3,287, with 1,635 males and 1,652 females.
- How many households are there in Dantu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dantu village has a total of 709 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dantu as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dantu is 62.00%. The male literacy rate is 72.72%, while the female literacy rate is 51.39%.