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.

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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.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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%.