Dhekwaha
Dhekwaha is a village located in Islampur subdivision of Nalanda district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Islampur (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Biharsharif. As per 2009 stats, Dhekwaha village is also a gram panchayat.
Dhekwaha has its own place in the vibrant Nalanda 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 Dhekwaha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhekwaha is 244911. The village spans a total geographical area of 376 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 801303. Islampur is nearest town to Dhekwaha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Dhekwaha
Below is a concise population overview of Dhekwaha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 4,017 | 2,113 | 1,904 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 689 | 383 | 306 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 536 | 279 | 257 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | N/A |
Literate Population | 2,215 | 1,402 | 813 |
Illiterate Population | 1,802 | 711 | 1,091 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dhekwaha village:
- The total population of Dhekwaha village is around 4,017, including approximately 2,113 males and 1,904 females, with a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 689 children aged 0–6 years in Dhekwaha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dhekwaha village has 536 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dhekwaha village is about 55.14%, with male literacy at 66.35% and female literacy at 42.70%.
- There are around 666 households in Dhekwaha village.
Connectivity of Dhekwaha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhekwaha. As per the 2011 stats, Dhekwaha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhekwaha
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhekwaha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhekwaha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhekwaha
- Where is Dhekwaha located?
- Dhekwaha village is situated in Islampur Subdivision, within the Nalanda district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhekwaha?
- Dhekwaha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dhekwaha?
- The pincode of Dhekwaha is 801303, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dhekwaha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhekwaha is 4,017, with 2,113 males and 1,904 females.
- How many households are there in Dhekwaha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhekwaha village has a total of 666 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhekwaha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhekwaha is 55.14%. The male literacy rate is 66.35%, while the female literacy rate is 42.70%.