Dhawa
Dhawa is a village located in Ramgarh subdivision of Dumka district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 40km away from Dumka, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Dhawa village. As per 2009 stats, Dhowa is the gram panchayat of Dhawa village.
Here you can discover what makes Dhawa unique in its vibrant Ramgarh-Dumka region. You’ll see Dhawa’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dhawa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhawa is 370351. The village spans a total geographical area of 127 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 814102. Ramgarh is nearest town to Dhawa village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Dhawa
Population of Dhawa
According to the 2011 Census, Dhawa has a total population of about 1,559, with approximately 788 males and 771 females. The sex ratio is around 978 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 184 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 67 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 277. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.89%, with male literacy at about 78.30% and female literacy near 69.39%. There are around 342 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhawa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,559 | 788 | 771 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 97 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 38 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 277 | 133 | 144 |
| Literate Population | 1,152 | 617 | 535 |
| Illiterate Population | 407 | 171 | 236 |
Connectivity of Dhawa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhawa. As per the 2011 stats, Dhawa 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 Dhawa
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhawa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhawa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhawa
- Where is Dhawa located?
- Dhawa village is situated in Ramgarh Subdivision, within the Dumka district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhawa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dhawa is Dhowa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dhawa?
- The pincode of Dhawa is 814102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dhawa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhawa is 1,559, with 788 males and 771 females.
- How many households are there in Dhawa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhawa village has a total of 342 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhawa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhawa is 73.89%. The male literacy rate is 78.30%, while the female literacy rate is 69.39%.