Dondiya - Saraiyahat, Dumka
Dondiya 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 70 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Digghi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dondiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dondiya is 369333. The village covers a total geographical area of 90.13 hectares and falls under the 814145 pincode.
Dondiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Dondiya
According to the 2011 Census, Dondiya village had a total population of 291 people, including 162 males and 129 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 796 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.53%, with male literacy at 81.15% and female literacy at 63.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
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 | 291 | 162 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 40 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 169 | 99 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 63 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Dondiya
Dondiya 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 Dondiya
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Dondiya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Dondiya is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dondiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dondiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dondiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dondiya 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dondiya
Where is Dondiya located?
Dondiya village is located in Saraiyahat Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dondiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Dondiya is Digghi.
What is the pincode of Dondiya?
The pincode of Dondiya is 814145.
What is the population of Dondiya?
Dondiya had a total population of 291, including 162 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Dondiya?
Dondiya had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dondiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dondiya was 72.53%. Male literacy was 81.15% and female literacy was 63.06%.