Dantu - Dulmi, Ramgarh
Dantu is a village situated in the Dulmi subdivision of Ramgarh district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dulmi and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Ramgarh. Usra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dantu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dantu is 369126. The village covers a total geographical area of 42 hectares and falls under the 829110 pincode.
Dantu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dantu
As per Census 2011, Dantu village has a total population of 440 people, consisting of 236 males and 204 females. The village has 70 households and a sex ratio of 864 females per 1,000 males. There are 74 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 274 literate and 166 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 66 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dantu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 440 | 236 | 204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 37 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 66 | 37 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 274 | 163 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 166 | 73 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Dantu
Dantu 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 Dantu
Dantu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dantu.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Ramgarh to Dantu is about 12 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 Dantu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dantu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dantu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dantu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dantu
Where is Dantu located?
Dantu village is located in Dulmi Subdivision, Ramgarh district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dantu?
The Gram Panchayat of Dantu is Usra.
What is the pincode of Dantu?
The pincode of Dantu is 829110.
What is the population of Dantu?
Dantu has a total population of 440, including 236 males and 204 females.
How many households are there in Dantu?
There are 70 households in Dantu.
What is the literacy rate in Dantu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dantu is 62.27%. Male literacy is 69.07% and female literacy is 54.41%.