Dhotho - Jamua, Giridih
Dhotho is a village situated in the Jamua subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamua and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Dhontho serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhotho village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhotho is 351193. The village covers a total geographical area of 213 hectares and falls under the 815315 pincode.
Dhotho village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhotho
According to the 2011 Census, Dhotho village had a total population of 1,265 people, including 641 males and 624 females, living in 203 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.23%, with male literacy at 80.51% and female literacy at 43.87%.
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 | 1,265 | 641 | 624 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 333 | 174 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 580 | 376 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 685 | 265 | 420 |
Nearby Villages of Dhotho
Dhotho 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 Dhotho
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Dhotho. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dhotho.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Giridih to Dhotho is about 45 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 Dhotho
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhotho village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhotho
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhotho 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 Dhotho
Where is Dhotho located?
Dhotho village is located in Jamua Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhotho?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhotho is Dhontho.
What is the pincode of Dhotho?
The pincode of Dhotho is 815315.
What is the population of Dhotho?
Dhotho had a total population of 1,265, including 641 males and 624 females.
How many households are there in Dhotho?
Dhotho had 203 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhotho?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhotho was 62.23%. Male literacy was 80.51% and female literacy was 43.87%.