Dudhani - Jama, Dumka
Dudhani is a village situated in the Jama subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jama and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Asansol Kurua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dudhani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dudhani is 371617. The village covers a total geographical area of 87 hectares and falls under the 814110 pincode. Dumka is the nearest town.
Dudhani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dudhani
As per Census 2011, Dudhani village has a total population of 804 people, consisting of 421 males and 383 females. The village has 162 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 144 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 388 literate and 416 illiterate residents. Additionally, 58 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 203 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dudhani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 804 | 421 | 383 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 67 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 29 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 203 | 104 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 388 | 256 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 416 | 165 | 251 |
Nearby Villages of Dudhani
Dudhani 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 Dudhani
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Dudhani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dumka to Dudhani is about 38 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 Dudhani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dudhani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dudhani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dudhani 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 Dudhani
Where is Dudhani located?
Dudhani village is located in Jama Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dudhani?
The Gram Panchayat of Dudhani is Asansol Kurua.
What is the pincode of Dudhani?
The pincode of Dudhani is 814110.
What is the population of Dudhani?
Dudhani has a total population of 804, including 421 males and 383 females.
How many households are there in Dudhani?
There are 162 households in Dudhani.
What is the literacy rate in Dudhani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dudhani is 48.26%. Male literacy is 60.81% and female literacy is 34.46%.