Dandai - Dandai, Garhwa
Dandai is a village situated in the Dandai subdivision of Garhwa district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dandai and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Garhwa. Dandai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dandai is 347569. The village covers a total geographical area of 1057 hectares and falls under the 822133 pincode. Garhwa is the nearest town.
Dandai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dandai
As per Census 2011, Dandai village has a total population of 5,900 people, consisting of 2,998 males and 2,902 females. The village has 1,219 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,110 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,135 literate and 2,765 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,015 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 544 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dandai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,900 | 2,998 | 2,902 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,110 | 589 | 521 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,015 | 990 | 1,025 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 544 | 284 | 260 |
| Literate Population | 3,135 | 1,843 | 1,292 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,765 | 1,155 | 1,610 |
Nearby Villages of Dandai
Dandai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jhakra Alias Baila Jhakra | East | 2.23 km |
| Lawahi Kalan | South | 2.46 km |
| Baulia | North-West | 3.49 km |
| Bulka Alias Bairia Damar | West | 3.61 km |
| Lawahi Khurd | South | 3.93 km |
| Karke | North | 4.05 km |
| Hardag Khurd | North-East | 4.17 km |
| Balekhari Alias Balekhar | South-East | 4.25 km |
| Raro | South-West | 4.51 km |
| Hardag Kalan | North-East | 4.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dandai
Dandai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ramna, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 134.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Garhwa to Dandai is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dandai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dandai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dandai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dandai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dandai
Where is Dandai located?
Dandai village is located in Dandai Subdivision, Garhwa district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dandai?
Dandai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dandai?
The pincode of Dandai is 822133.
What is the population of Dandai?
Dandai has a total population of 5,900, including 2,998 males and 2,902 females.
How many households are there in Dandai?
There are 1,219 households in Dandai.
What is the literacy rate in Dandai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dandai is 53.14%. Male literacy is 61.47% and female literacy is 44.52%.