Dheka

Dheka is a village located in Dumraon subdivision of Buxar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Dumraon (tehsildar office) and 29km away from district headquarter Buxar. As per 2009 stats, Nuaon is the gram panchayat of Dheka village.

Dheka has its own place in the vibrant Buxar 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 Dheka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dheka is 248154. The village spans a total geographical area of 80.1 hectares. Dumraon is nearest town to Dheka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.

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Population of Dheka

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 693 352 341
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 111 54 57
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 490 283 207
Illiterate Population 203 69 134

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

  • The total population of Dheka village is around 693, including approximately 352 males and 341 females, with a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 111 children aged 0–6 years in Dheka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Dheka village is about 70.71%, with male literacy at 80.40% and female literacy at 60.70%.
  • There are around 147 households in Dheka village.

Connectivity of Dheka

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dheka. As per the 2011 stats, Dheka 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 km distance

Nearby Villages of Dheka

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Dheka

Where is Dheka located?
Dheka village is situated in Dumraon Subdivision, within the Buxar district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dheka?
The Gram Panchayat of Dheka is Nuaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Dheka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dheka is 693, with 352 males and 341 females.
How many households are there in Dheka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dheka village has a total of 147 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dheka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dheka is 70.71%. The male literacy rate is 80.40%, while the female literacy rate is 60.70%.