Dholpahari - Saraiyahat, Dumka
Dholpahari is a village situated in the Saraiyahat subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saraiyahat and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Matihani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dholpahari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dholpahari is 369353. The village covers a total geographical area of 156 hectares and falls under the 814145 pincode.
Dholpahari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dholpahari
As per Census 2011, Dholpahari village has a total population of 497 people, consisting of 238 males and 259 females. The village has 98 households and a sex ratio of 1,088 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 234 literate and 263 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 445 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dholpahari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 497 | 238 | 259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 34 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 445 | 214 | 231 |
| Literate Population | 234 | 139 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 263 | 99 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Dholpahari
Dholpahari 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 Dholpahari
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Dholpahari.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dumka to Dholpahari is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dholpahari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dholpahari 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 Dholpahari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dholpahari 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dholpahari
Where is Dholpahari located?
Dholpahari village is located in Saraiyahat Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dholpahari?
The Gram Panchayat of Dholpahari is Matihani.
What is the pincode of Dholpahari?
The pincode of Dholpahari is 814145.
What is the population of Dholpahari?
Dholpahari has a total population of 497, including 238 males and 259 females.
How many households are there in Dholpahari?
There are 98 households in Dholpahari.
What is the literacy rate in Dholpahari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dholpahari is 47.08%. Male literacy is 58.40% and female literacy is 36.68%.