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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Doranda Dakshin village has a total population of 12,663 people, consisting of 6,612 males and 6,051 females. The village has 2,091 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,297 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7,413 literate and 5,250 illiterate residents. Additionally, 481 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Doranda Dakshin are given below:
| 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 |
| 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 has a total population of 12,663, including 6,612 males and 6,051 females.
How many households are there in Doranda Dakshin?
There are 2,091 households in Doranda Dakshin.
What is the literacy rate in Doranda Dakshin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Doranda Dakshin is 58.54%. Male literacy is 68.75% and female literacy is 47.38%.