Dhekaha

Dhekaha is a village located in Motihari subdivision of Purba Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 18km away from Motihari, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Dhekaha village. As per 2009 stats, Dhekhan South is the gram panchayat of Dhekaha village.

Here you can discover what makes Dhekaha unique in its vibrant Motihari-Purba Champaran region. You’ll see Dhekaha’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Dhekaha

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhekaha is 217973. The village spans a total geographical area of 3522.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 845401. Motihari is nearest town to Dhekaha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.

Google Map of Dhekaha

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Population of Dhekaha

According to the 2011 Census, Dhekaha has a total population of about 22,699, with approximately 11,977 males and 10,722 females. The sex ratio is around 895 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 4,400 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 4,653 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 45.76%, with male literacy at about 53.78% and female literacy near 36.80%. There are around 4,423 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhekaha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 22,699 11,977 10,722
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 4,400 2,291 2,109
Scheduled Castes (SC) 4,653 2,465 2,188
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 3 1 2
Literate Population 10,387 6,441 3,946
Illiterate Population 12,312 5,536 6,776

Connectivity of Dhekaha

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhekaha. As per the 2011 stats, Dhekaha 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Dhekaha

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Dhekaha

Where is Dhekaha located?
Dhekaha village is situated in Motihari Subdivision, within the Purba Champaran district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhekaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhekaha is Dhekhan South (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dhekaha?
The pincode of Dhekaha is 845401, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhekaha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhekaha is 22,699, with 11,977 males and 10,722 females.
How many households are there in Dhekaha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhekaha village has a total of 4,423 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhekaha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhekaha is 45.76%. The male literacy rate is 53.78%, while the female literacy rate is 36.80%.