Dorma - Torpa, Khunti
Dorma is a village situated in the Torpa subdivision of Khunti district, Jharkhand. Dorma village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dorma is 374878. The village covers a total geographical area of 1336.42 hectares and falls under the 835210 pincode.
Dorma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dorma
As per Census 2011, Dorma village has a total population of 3,956 people, consisting of 1,943 males and 2,013 females. The village has 866 households and a sex ratio of 1,036 females per 1,000 males. There are 559 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,565 literate and 1,391 illiterate residents. Additionally, 171 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,285 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dorma are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,956 | 1,943 | 2,013 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 559 | 296 | 263 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 171 | 93 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,285 | 1,104 | 1,181 |
| Literate Population | 2,565 | 1,383 | 1,182 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,391 | 560 | 831 |
Nearby Villages of Dorma
Dorma 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 Dorma
Dorma is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Khunti to Dorma is about 14 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dorma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dorma village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dorma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dorma village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dorma
Where is Dorma located?
Dorma village is located in Torpa Subdivision, Khunti district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dorma?
Dorma is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dorma?
The pincode of Dorma is 835210.
What is the population of Dorma?
Dorma has a total population of 3,956, including 1,943 males and 2,013 females.
How many households are there in Dorma?
There are 866 households in Dorma.
What is the literacy rate in Dorma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dorma is 64.84%. Male literacy is 71.18% and female literacy is 58.72%.