Dostabad

Dostabad is a village located in Dubrajpur subdivision of Birbhum district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 16.6km away from sub-district headquarter Dubrajpur (tehsildar office) and 15.4km away from district headquarter Suri. As per 2009 stats, Chinpai is the gram panchayat of Dostabad village.

Dostabad has its own place in the vibrant Birbhum region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Dostabad

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dostabad is 318114. The village spans a total geographical area of 67.59 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 731104. Suri is nearest town to Dostabad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.

When it comes to local governance, Dostabad village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Suri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Birbhum Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Dostabad

Below is a concise population overview of Dostabad as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 198 104 94
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 26 14 12
Scheduled Castes (SC) 20 10 10
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 104 62 42
Illiterate Population 94 42 52

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dostabad village:

  • The total population of Dostabad village is around 198, including approximately 104 males and 94 females, with a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 26 children aged 0–6 years in Dostabad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dostabad village has 20 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Dostabad village is about 52.53%, with male literacy at 59.62% and female literacy at 44.68%.
  • There are around 45 households in Dostabad village.

Connectivity of Dostabad

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dostabad. As per the 2011 stats, Dostabad 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Dostabad

Knowing the nearby villages of Dostabad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dostabad.

Bishalpur Kolara Dechandra Teliadangal Mandarhati Mohammadnagar Namsahapur Ramchandrapur Dhuliara Shukdebpur Sahapur

Frequently Asked Questions about Dostabad

Where is Dostabad located?
Dostabad village is situated in Dubrajpur Subdivision, within the Birbhum district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dostabad?
The Gram Panchayat of Dostabad is Chinpai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dostabad?
The pincode of Dostabad is 731104, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dostabad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dostabad is 198, with 104 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Dostabad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dostabad village has a total of 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dostabad as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dostabad is 52.53%. The male literacy rate is 59.62%, while the female literacy rate is 44.68%.