Dhaka
Dhaka is a village located in Shikaripara subdivision of Dumka district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Shikaripara (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Dumka. As per 2009 stats, Dhaka village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dhaka unique in its vibrant Shikaripara-Dumka region. You’ll see Dhaka’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 Dhaka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhaka is 370856. The village spans a total geographical area of 577 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 816118. Dumka is nearest town to Dhaka village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Dhaka
Population of Dhaka
According to the 2011 Census, Dhaka has a total population of about 2,756, with approximately 1,417 males and 1,339 females. The sex ratio is around 944 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 478 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 246 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 323. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.58%, with male literacy at about 66.20% and female literacy near 48.47%. There are around 519 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhaka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,756 | 1,417 | 1,339 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 478 | 256 | 222 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 246 | 131 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 323 | 161 | 162 |
| Literate Population | 1,587 | 938 | 649 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,169 | 479 | 690 |
Connectivity of Dhaka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhaka. As per the 2011 stats, Dhaka 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 Dhaka
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhaka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhaka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhaka
- Where is Dhaka located?
- Dhaka village is situated in Shikaripara Subdivision, within the Dumka district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhaka?
- Dhaka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dhaka?
- The pincode of Dhaka is 816118, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dhaka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhaka is 2,756, with 1,417 males and 1,339 females.
- How many households are there in Dhaka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhaka village has a total of 519 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhaka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhaka is 57.58%. The male literacy rate is 66.20%, while the female literacy rate is 48.47%.