Dodang

Dodang is a village located in Ghaghra subdivision of Gumla district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Ghaghra (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Gumla. As per 2009 stats, Shivrajpur is the gram panchayat of Dodang village.

Dodang has its own place in the vibrant Gumla region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Dodang

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dodang is 375578. The village spans a total geographical area of 262.68 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 835208. Ghaghra is nearest town to Dodang village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Dodang

Below is a concise population overview of Dodang as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 667 348 319
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 116 67 49
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 624 325 299
Literate Population 331 199 132
Illiterate Population 336 149 187

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dodang village:

  • The total population of Dodang village is around 667, including approximately 348 males and 319 females, with a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 116 children aged 0–6 years in Dodang village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dodang village has 624 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Dodang village is about 49.63%, with male literacy at 57.18% and female literacy at 41.38%.
  • There are around 128 households in Dodang village.

Connectivity of Dodang

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dodang

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

Turiyadih Hutar Tunjo Shiwrajpur Totambi Chechepat Dardag Nauni Serjama Sanso Kugaon

Frequently Asked Questions about Dodang

Where is Dodang located?
Dodang village is situated in Ghaghra Subdivision, within the Gumla district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dodang?
The Gram Panchayat of Dodang is Shivrajpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dodang?
The pincode of Dodang is 835208, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dodang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dodang is 667, with 348 males and 319 females.
How many households are there in Dodang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dodang village has a total of 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dodang as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dodang is 49.63%. The male literacy rate is 57.18%, while the female literacy rate is 41.38%.