Dhorathi - Baghmara-Cum-Katras, Dhanbad
Dhorathi is a village situated in the Baghmara-Cum-Katras subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baghmara and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Dhanbad. Khanudih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhorathi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhorathi is 361408. The village covers a total geographical area of 47 hectares and falls under the 826006 pincode. Baghmara is the nearest town.
Dhorathi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baghmara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Giridih Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhorathi
According to the 2011 Census, Dhorathi village had a total population of 509 people, including 264 males and 245 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.53%, with male literacy at 88.94% and female literacy at 79.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 49.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 509 | 264 | 245 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 38 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 29 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 366 | 201 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 63 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Dhorathi
Dhorathi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dhorathi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dhorathi. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dhorathi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dhanbad to Dhorathi is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhorathi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhorathi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhorathi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhorathi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhorathi
Where is Dhorathi located?
Dhorathi village is located in Baghmara-Cum-Katras Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhorathi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhorathi is Khanudih.
What is the pincode of Dhorathi?
The pincode of Dhorathi is 826006.
What is the population of Dhorathi?
Dhorathi had a total population of 509, including 264 males and 245 females.
How many households are there in Dhorathi?
Dhorathi had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhorathi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhorathi was 84.53%. Male literacy was 88.94% and female literacy was 79.71%.