Dudhani - Jarmundi, Dumka
Dudhani is a village situated in the Jarmundi subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jarmundi and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Hathnama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dudhani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dudhani is 369958. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.43 hectares and falls under the 814145 pincode. Dumka is the nearest town.
Dudhani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Dudhani
According to the 2011 Census, Dudhani village had a total population of 366 people, including 186 males and 180 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.65%, with male literacy at 82.24% and female literacy at 46.21%.
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 | 366 | 186 | 180 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 34 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 192 | 125 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 174 | 61 | 113 |
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
Dudhani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Dudhani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dumka to Dudhani is about 32 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dudhani
Where is Dudhani located?
Dudhani village is located in Jarmundi Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dudhani?
The Gram Panchayat of Dudhani is Hathnama.
What is the pincode of Dudhani?
The pincode of Dudhani is 814145.
What is the population of Dudhani?
Dudhani had a total population of 366, including 186 males and 180 females.
How many households are there in Dudhani?
Dudhani had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dudhani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dudhani was 64.65%. Male literacy was 82.24% and female literacy was 46.21%.