Dhab

Dhab is a village located in Birni subdivision of Giridih district in Jharkhand, India. Giridih and Birni are the district & sub-district headquarters of Dhab village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Makhmargo is the gram panchayat of Dhab village.

Here you can discover what makes Dhab unique in its vibrant Birni-Giridih region. You’ll see Dhab’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 Dhab

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhab is 352288. The village spans a total geographical area of 149 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825324. Giridih is nearest town to Dhab village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Dhab village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bagodar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kodarma Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Dhab

Population of Dhab

According to the 2011 Census, Dhab has a total population of about 1,035, with approximately 520 males and 515 females. The sex ratio is around 990 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 172 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 636 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.59%, with male literacy at about 69.81% and female literacy near 39.22%. There are around 169 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhab's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

Connectivity of Dhab

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhab. As per the 2011 stats, Dhab had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Nearby Villages of Dhab

Knowing the nearby villages of Dhab helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhab.

Frequently Asked Questions about Dhab