Doranda Dakshin - Dhanwar, Giridih
Doranda Dakshin is a village situated in the Dhanwar subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanwar and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Dakshini Doranda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Doranda Dakshin village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Doranda Dakshin is 350886. The village covers a total geographical area of 1586 hectares and falls under the 825412 pincode.
Doranda Dakshin village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Doranda Dakshin
According to the 2011 Census, Doranda Dakshin village had a total population of 12,663 people, including 6,612 males and 6,051 females, living in 2,091 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.51%, with male literacy at 84.14% and female literacy at 57.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 481.
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 | 12,663 | 6,612 | 6,051 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,297 | 1,209 | 1,088 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 481 | 250 | 231 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 7,413 | 4,546 | 2,867 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,250 | 2,066 | 3,184 |
Nearby Villages of Doranda Dakshin
Doranda Dakshin 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jharna | North-East | 2.20 km |
| Domaidih | South-East | 3.05 km |
| Dasrodih | South-East | 3.10 km |
| Marpoka | South-West | 3.12 km |
| Salaia | South | 3.23 km |
| Bhalutand | South | 3.53 km |
| Chandraydih | South-West | 3.64 km |
| Pandejor | South-East | 3.66 km |
| Jorasemal | East | 3.66 km |
| Badidih | South-West | 3.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Doranda Dakshin
Public transport in the Doranda Dakshin is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dasara, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Doranda Dakshin
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Doranda Dakshin village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Doranda Dakshin
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Doranda Dakshin village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Doranda Dakshin
Where is Doranda Dakshin located?
Doranda Dakshin village is located in Dhanwar Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Doranda Dakshin?
The Gram Panchayat of Doranda Dakshin is Dakshini Doranda.
What is the pincode of Doranda Dakshin?
The pincode of Doranda Dakshin is 825412.
What is the population of Doranda Dakshin?
Doranda Dakshin had a total population of 12,663, including 6,612 males and 6,051 females.
How many households are there in Doranda Dakshin?
Doranda Dakshin had 2,091 households.
What is the literacy rate in Doranda Dakshin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Doranda Dakshin was 71.51%. Male literacy was 84.14% and female literacy was 57.77%.