Dhandih

Dhandih is a village located in Jarmundi subdivision of Dumka district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Jarmundi (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Dumka. As per 2009 stats, Shankarpur is the gram panchayat of Dhandih village.

Dhandih has its own place in the vibrant Dumka 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 Dhandih

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhandih is 369659. The village spans a total geographical area of 64.84 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 814120. Dumka is nearest town to Dhandih village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Dhandih

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 181 88 93
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 42 18 24
Scheduled Castes (SC) 60 28 32
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 71 42 29
Illiterate Population 110 46 64

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

  • The total population of Dhandih village is around 181, including approximately 88 males and 93 females, with a sex ratio of 1056 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 42 children aged 0–6 years in Dhandih village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dhandih village has 60 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Dhandih village is about 39.23%, with male literacy at 47.73% and female literacy at 31.18%.
  • There are around 34 households in Dhandih village.

Connectivity of Dhandih

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

Nearby Villages of Dhandih

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

Dumaria Bahiyar Bokla Sankarpur Siktiya Kalipur Duba Kurwa Bichhu Bahiyar Naya Kurwa Majhiladih Hirakanari

Frequently Asked Questions about Dhandih

Where is Dhandih located?
Dhandih village is situated in Jarmundi Subdivision, within the Dumka district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhandih?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhandih is Shankarpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dhandih?
The pincode of Dhandih is 814120, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhandih as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhandih is 181, with 88 males and 93 females.
How many households are there in Dhandih as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhandih village has a total of 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhandih as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhandih is 39.23%. The male literacy rate is 47.73%, while the female literacy rate is 31.18%.