Dulho - Dhanwar, Giridih
Dulho is a village situated in the Dhanwar subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanwar and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Barjo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dulho village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dulho is 351122. The village covers a total geographical area of 40 hectares and falls under the 825412 pincode. Giridih is the nearest town.
Dulho 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 Dulho
According to the 2011 Census, Dulho village had a total population of 514 people, including 266 males and 248 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.47%, with male literacy at 87.38% and female literacy at 52.79%.
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 | 514 | 266 | 248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 60 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 284 | 180 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 230 | 86 | 144 |
Nearby Villages of Dulho
Dulho 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 Dulho
Dulho is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Dulho has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Dulho is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dulho
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dulho village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dulho
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dulho village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dulho
Where is Dulho located?
Dulho village is located in Dhanwar Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dulho?
The Gram Panchayat of Dulho is Barjo.
What is the pincode of Dulho?
The pincode of Dulho is 825412.
What is the population of Dulho?
Dulho had a total population of 514, including 266 males and 248 females.
How many households are there in Dulho?
Dulho had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dulho?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dulho was 70.47%. Male literacy was 87.38% and female literacy was 52.79%.