Dhobakata - Ranishwar, Dumka
Dhobakata is a village situated in the Ranishwar subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranishwar and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Kumirdaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhobakata village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhobakata is 371168. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.18 hectares and falls under the 814148 pincode. Dumka is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Dhobakata village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Dhobakata
Dhobakata is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Simla Pahari | South-West | 0.73 km |
| Rangamatia | North-West | 0.82 km |
| Giripur | East | 0.96 km |
| Patharchal | North | 1.00 km |
| Lakraghati | North-East | 1.29 km |
| Tasarkata | West | 1.35 km |
| Ampara | South-East | 1.37 km |
| Kumirdaha | South | 1.61 km |
| Khusdilpur | North-West | 1.84 km |
| Sulanga | South-East | 2.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhobakata
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dhobakata. The nearest railway station is Siuri, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dumka to Dhobakata is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhobakata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhobakata village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhobakata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhobakata 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 Dhobakata
Where is Dhobakata located?
Dhobakata village is located in Ranishwar Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhobakata?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhobakata is Kumirdaha.
What is the pincode of Dhobakata?
The pincode of Dhobakata is 814148.