Dhawa

Dhawa is a village located in Palojori subdivision of Deoghar district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 45km away from sub-district headquarter Madhupur (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Deoghar. As per 2009 stats, Dhawa village is also a gram panchayat.

Dhawa has its own place in the vibrant Deoghar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Dhawa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhawa is 355489. The village spans a total geographical area of 216 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 814149. Jamtara is nearest town to Dhawa village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Dhawa village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sarath Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dumka Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Dhawa

Below is a concise population overview of Dhawa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,772 900 872
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 360 184 176
Scheduled Castes (SC) 277 135 142
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 274 124 150
Literate Population 814 503 311
Illiterate Population 958 397 561

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dhawa village:

  • The total population of Dhawa village is around 1,772, including approximately 900 males and 872 females, with a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 360 children aged 0–6 years in Dhawa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dhawa village has 277 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 274 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Dhawa village is about 45.94%, with male literacy at 55.89% and female literacy at 35.67%.
  • There are around 255 households in Dhawa village.

Connectivity of Dhawa

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhawa. As per the 2011 stats, Dhawa 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dhawa

Knowing the nearby villages of Dhawa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhawa.

Frequently Asked Questions about Dhawa

Where is Dhawa located?
Dhawa village is situated in Palojori Subdivision, within the Deoghar district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhawa?
Dhawa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Dhawa?
The pincode of Dhawa is 814149, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhawa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhawa is 1,772, with 900 males and 872 females.
How many households are there in Dhawa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhawa village has a total of 255 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhawa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhawa is 45.94%. The male literacy rate is 55.89%, while the female literacy rate is 35.67%.