Dholkatta - Ramgarh, Dumka
Dholkatta is a village situated in the Ramgarh subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 40 km from Dumka, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Patharia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dholkatta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dholkatta is 370206. The village covers a total geographical area of 72 hectares and falls under the 814110 pincode.
Dholkatta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dholkatta
According to the 2011 Census, Dholkatta village had a total population of 278 people, including 137 males and 141 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 1,029 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.97%, with male literacy at 79.09% and female literacy at 43.69%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 258.
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 | 278 | 137 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 27 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 258 | 128 | 130 |
| Literate Population | 132 | 87 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 50 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Dholkatta
Dholkatta 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 Dholkatta
Public transport in the Dholkatta is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dumka to Dholkatta is about 40 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 Dholkatta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dholkatta 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dholkatta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dholkatta 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dholkatta
Where is Dholkatta located?
Dholkatta village is located in Ramgarh Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dholkatta?
The Gram Panchayat of Dholkatta is Patharia.
What is the pincode of Dholkatta?
The pincode of Dholkatta is 814110.
What is the population of Dholkatta?
Dholkatta had a total population of 278, including 137 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Dholkatta?
Dholkatta had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dholkatta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dholkatta was 61.97%. Male literacy was 79.09% and female literacy was 43.69%.