Dheka - Dumraon, Buxar
Dheka is a village situated in the Dumraon subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dumraon and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Nuaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dheka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dheka is 248154. The village covers a total geographical area of 80.1 hectares and falls under the 802119 pincode. Dumraon is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Dheka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dumraon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Buxar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dheka
As per Census 2011, Dheka village has a total population of 693 people, consisting of 352 males and 341 females. The village has 147 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 111 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 490 literate and 203 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dheka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 693 | 352 | 341 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 54 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 490 | 283 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 203 | 69 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Dheka
Dheka 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 Dheka
Dheka is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. Dheka has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dumraon to Dheka is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Dheka is about 29 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dheka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dheka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dheka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dheka 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Dheka
Where is Dheka located?
Dheka village is located in Dumraon Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dheka?
The Gram Panchayat of Dheka is Nuaon.
What is the pincode of Dheka?
The pincode of Dheka is 802119.
What is the population of Dheka?
Dheka has a total population of 693, including 352 males and 341 females.
How many households are there in Dheka?
There are 147 households in Dheka.
What is the literacy rate in Dheka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dheka is 70.71%. Male literacy is 80.40% and female literacy is 60.70%.