Daw - Sonua, West Singhbhum
Daw is a village situated in the Sonua subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 28 km from Sonua and around 65 km from Chaibasa. Boikera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Daw village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daw is 376952. The village falls under the 833105 pincode.
Daw village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Daw
According to the 2011 Census, Daw village had a total population of 208 people, including 106 males and 102 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.20%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 34.18%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 208.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 208 | 106 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 208 | 106 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 85 | 58 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 48 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Daw
Daw 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 Daw
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Daw. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Daw.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Chaibasa to Daw is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daw
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daw village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Daw
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daw village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Daw
Where is Daw located?
Daw village is located in Sonua Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Daw?
The Gram Panchayat of Daw is Boikera.
What is the pincode of Daw?
The pincode of Daw is 833105.
What is the population of Daw?
Daw had a total population of 208, including 106 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Daw?
Daw had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Daw?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daw was 51.20%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 34.18%.