Dhokhra

Dhokhra is a village located in Dhanbad Kenduadih Jagata subdivision of Dhanbad district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 3km away from Dhanbad, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Dhokhra village. As per 2009 stats, Dhokhra village is also a gram panchayat.

Dhokhra has its own place in the vibrant Dhanbad 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 Dhokhra

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhokhra is 361842. The village spans a total geographical area of 528 hectares. Dhanbad Kenduadih Jagata is nearest town to Dhokhra village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Dhokhra

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 5,100 2,646 2,454
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 794 399 395
Scheduled Castes (SC) 871 444 427
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 574 289 285
Literate Population 3,195 1,972 1,223
Illiterate Population 1,905 674 1,231

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

  • The total population of Dhokhra village is around 5,100, including approximately 2,646 males and 2,454 females, with a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 794 children aged 0–6 years in Dhokhra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dhokhra village has 871 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 574 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Dhokhra village is about 62.65%, with male literacy at 74.53% and female literacy at 49.84%.
  • There are around 887 households in Dhokhra village.

Connectivity of Dhokhra

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhokhra. As per the 2011 stats, Dhokhra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Dhokhra

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

Nawadih Kurumdaha Alias Bagula Narainpur Alias Pipra Bera Damodarpur Dhandabar Chirudi Parasia Manidi Garblaudi Saraidaha

Frequently Asked Questions about Dhokhra

Where is Dhokhra located?
Dhokhra village is situated in Dhanbad Kenduadih Jagata Subdivision, within the Dhanbad district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhokhra?
Dhokhra serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Dhokhra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhokhra is 5,100, with 2,646 males and 2,454 females.
How many households are there in Dhokhra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhokhra village has a total of 887 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhokhra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhokhra is 62.65%. The male literacy rate is 74.53%, while the female literacy rate is 49.84%.