Dhawa
Dhawa is a village located in Chainpur subdivision of Palamu district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Chainpur (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Medininagar (daltonganj). As per 2009 stats, Ramgarh is the gram panchayat of Dhawa village.
Here you can discover what makes Dhawa unique in its vibrant Chainpur-Palamu region. You’ll see Dhawa’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dhawa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhawa is 366742. The village spans a total geographical area of 485 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822110. Chainpur is nearest town to Dhawa village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Dhawa
Population of Dhawa
According to the 2011 Census, Dhawa has a total population of about 811, with approximately 413 males and 398 females. The sex ratio is around 963 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 164 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 225 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 383. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.94%, with male literacy at about 60.05% and female literacy near 39.45%. There are around 145 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhawa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 811 | 413 | 398 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 80 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 225 | 134 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 383 | 188 | 195 |
| Literate Population | 405 | 248 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 406 | 165 | 241 |
Connectivity of Dhawa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhawa. As per the 2011 stats, Dhawa 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhawa
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhawa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhawa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhawa
- Where is Dhawa located?
- Dhawa village is situated in Chainpur Subdivision, within the Palamu district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhawa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dhawa is Ramgarh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dhawa?
- The pincode of Dhawa is 822110, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dhawa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhawa is 811, with 413 males and 398 females.
- How many households are there in Dhawa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhawa village has a total of 145 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhawa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhawa is 49.94%. The male literacy rate is 60.05%, while the female literacy rate is 39.45%.