Dambhuni - Nirsa-Cum-Chirkunda, Dhanbad
Dambhuni is a village situated in the Nirsa-Cum-Chirkunda subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chirkunda and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Dhanbad. Madandih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dambhuni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dambhuni is 361972. The village covers a total geographical area of 296 hectares and falls under the 828205 pincode. Chirkunda is the nearest town.
Dambhuni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nirsa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhanbad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dambhuni
As per Census 2011, Dambhuni village has a total population of 1,274 people, consisting of 606 males and 668 females. The village has 244 households and a sex ratio of 1,102 females per 1,000 males. There are 253 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 649 literate and 625 illiterate residents. Additionally, 116 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,038 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dambhuni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,274 | 606 | 668 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 253 | 102 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 116 | 52 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,038 | 492 | 546 |
| Literate Population | 649 | 401 | 248 |
| Illiterate Population | 625 | 205 | 420 |
Nearby Villages of Dambhuni
Dambhuni is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kamardi | South-West | 1.20 km |
| Majhiladi | South-East | 1.86 km |
| Sana | West | 2.07 km |
| Palarpur | South-West | 2.12 km |
| Bhalahit | South-West | 2.66 km |
| Gangpur | West | 2.83 km |
| Dulalsol | South-East | 2.97 km |
| Durgapur | East | 2.98 km |
| Madanpur | South | 3.07 km |
| Paludi | North-West | 3.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dambhuni
Dambhuni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Thapar Nagar, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dhanbad to Dambhuni is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dambhuni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dambhuni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dambhuni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dambhuni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dambhuni
Where is Dambhuni located?
Dambhuni village is located in Nirsa-Cum-Chirkunda Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dambhuni?
The Gram Panchayat of Dambhuni is Madandih.
What is the pincode of Dambhuni?
The pincode of Dambhuni is 828205.
What is the population of Dambhuni?
Dambhuni has a total population of 1,274, including 606 males and 668 females.
How many households are there in Dambhuni?
There are 244 households in Dambhuni.
What is the literacy rate in Dambhuni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dambhuni is 50.94%. Male literacy is 66.17% and female literacy is 37.13%.