Dhurkot
About Dhurkot
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dhurkot village is 436556. Dhurkot village is located in Janjgir tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 16km away from Janjgir, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Dhurkot village. As per 2009 stats, Dhurkot village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1176.89 hectares. Dhurkot has a total population of 4,794 peoples, out of which male population is 2,414 while female population is 2,380. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 985 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dhurkot village is 62.93% out of which 74.73% males and 50.97% females are literate. There are about 913 houses in dhurkot village. Pincode of dhurkot village locality is 495668.
When it comes to administration, Dhurkot village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Dhurkot village comes under Jajgir-champa Vidhan Sabha constituency & Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha constituency. Naila-janjgir is nearest town to dhurkot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
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Population of Dhurkot
The population details of Dhurkot cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,794 | 2,414 | 2,380 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 712 | 367 | 345 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1,492 | 736 | 756 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 38 | 16 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 3,017 | 1,804 | 1,213 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,777 | 610 | 1,167 |
Connectivity of Dhurkot
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dhurkot
Where is Dhurkot located?
Dhurkot village is situated in Janjgir Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhurkot?
Dhurkot serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Dhurkot?
The pincode of Dhurkot is 495668, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhurkot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhurkot is 4,794, with 2,414 males and 2,380 females.
How many households are there in Dhurkot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhurkot village has a total of 913 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhurkot as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhurkot is 62.93%. The male literacy rate is 74.73%, while the female literacy rate is 50.97%.