Dhekiajan Forest Village No.1 - Margherita, Tinsukia
Dhekiajan Forest Village No.1 is a village situated in the Margherita subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Margherita and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Tinsukia. Bogapani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhekiajan Forest Village No.1 village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhekiajan Forest Village No.1 is 291058. The village covers a total geographical area of 216.71 hectares and falls under the 786171 pincode. Digboi is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Dhekiajan Forest Village No.1 village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digboi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dibrugarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhekiajan Forest Village No.1
According to the 2011 Census, Dhekiajan Forest Village No.1 had a total population of 1,186 people, including 595 males and 591 females, living in 222 households. The sex ratio was 993 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.66%, with male literacy at 86.38% and female literacy at 68.73%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 528.
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 | 1,186 | 595 | 591 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 81 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 528 | 264 | 264 |
| Literate Population | 789 | 444 | 345 |
| Illiterate Population | 397 | 151 | 246 |
Nearby Villages of Dhekiajan Forest Village No.1
Dhekiajan Forest Village No.1 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 Dhekiajan Forest Village No.1
Dhekiajan Forest Village No.1 is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Dhekiajan Forest Village No.1.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digboi to Dhekiajan Forest Village No.1 is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Dhekiajan Forest Village No.1 is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhekiajan Forest Village No.1
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhekiajan Forest Village No.1 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhekiajan Forest Village No.1
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhekiajan Forest Village No.1 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhekiajan Forest Village No.1
Where is Dhekiajan Forest Village No.1 located?
Dhekiajan Forest Village No.1 village is located in Margherita Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhekiajan Forest Village No.1?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhekiajan Forest Village No.1 is Bogapani.
What is the pincode of Dhekiajan Forest Village No.1?
The pincode of Dhekiajan Forest Village No.1 is 786171.
What is the population of Dhekiajan Forest Village No.1?
Dhekiajan Forest Village No.1 had a total population of 1,186, including 595 males and 591 females.
How many households are there in Dhekiajan Forest Village No.1?
Dhekiajan Forest Village No.1 had 222 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhekiajan Forest Village No.1?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhekiajan Forest Village No.1 was 77.66%. Male literacy was 86.38% and female literacy was 68.73%.