Dantar
Dantar is a village located in Shaligram Ram Narayanpur subdivision of Chatra district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Hantarganj (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Chatra. As per 2009 stats, Dantar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dantar unique in its vibrant Shaligram Ram Narayanpur-Chatra region. You’ll see Dantar’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 Dantar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dantar is 348272. The village spans a total geographical area of 57.33 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825403. Chatra is nearest town to Dantar village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Dantar
Population of Dantar
According to the 2011 Census, Dantar has a total population of about 2,270, with approximately 1,175 males and 1,095 females. The sex ratio is around 931 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 385 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 678 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 52.20%, with male literacy at about 60.51% and female literacy near 43.29%. There are around 401 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dantar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,270 | 1,175 | 1,095 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 385 | 192 | 193 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 678 | 350 | 328 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,185 | 711 | 474 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,085 | 464 | 621 |
Connectivity of Dantar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dantar. As per the 2011 stats, Dantar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dantar
Knowing the nearby villages of Dantar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dantar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dantar
- Where is Dantar located?
- Dantar village is situated in Shaligram Ram Narayanpur Subdivision, within the Chatra district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dantar?
- Dantar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dantar?
- The pincode of Dantar is 825403, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dantar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dantar is 2,270, with 1,175 males and 1,095 females.
- How many households are there in Dantar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dantar village has a total of 401 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dantar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dantar is 52.20%. The male literacy rate is 60.51%, while the female literacy rate is 43.29%.