Dhobachandra - Baharagora, East Singhbum
Dhobachandra is a village situated in the Baharagora subdivision of East Singhbum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 20 km from Behragora and around 120 km from Jamshedpur. Gopalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhobachandra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhobachandra is 364579. The village covers a total geographical area of 34.74 hectares and falls under the 832101 pincode.
Dhobachandra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhobachandra
As per Census 2011, Dhobachandra village has a total population of 394 people, consisting of 205 males and 189 females. The village has 95 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 267 literate and 127 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhobachandra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 394 | 205 | 189 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 15 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 267 | 156 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 49 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Dhobachandra
Dhobachandra 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 Dhobachandra
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Dhobachandra.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jamshedpur to Dhobachandra is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhobachandra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhobachandra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dhobachandra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhobachandra 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 Dhobachandra
Where is Dhobachandra located?
Dhobachandra village is located in Baharagora Subdivision, East Singhbum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhobachandra?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhobachandra is Gopalpur.
What is the pincode of Dhobachandra?
The pincode of Dhobachandra is 832101.
What is the population of Dhobachandra?
Dhobachandra has a total population of 394, including 205 males and 189 females.
How many households are there in Dhobachandra?
There are 95 households in Dhobachandra.
What is the literacy rate in Dhobachandra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhobachandra is 67.77%. Male literacy is 76.10% and female literacy is 58.73%.