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
As per Census 2011, Dhekiajan Forest Village No.1 has a total population of 1,186 people, consisting of 595 males and 591 females. The village has 222 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 170 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 789 literate and 397 illiterate residents. Additionally, 528 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhekiajan Forest Village No.1 are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,186 | 595 | 591 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 81 | 89 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,186, including 595 males and 591 females.
How many households are there in Dhekiajan Forest Village No.1?
There are 222 households in Dhekiajan Forest Village No.1.
What is the literacy rate in Dhekiajan Forest Village No.1?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhekiajan Forest Village No.1 is 66.53%. Male literacy is 74.62% and female literacy is 58.38%.