Dhekuna
Dhekuna is a village located in Narharpur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Narharpur (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Dhekuna village is also a gram panchayat.
Dhekuna has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Bastar Kanker 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 Dhekuna
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhekuna is 447931. The village spans a total geographical area of 531.24 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494334. Kanker is nearest town to Dhekuna village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
As per 2019 stats, Dhekuna village comes under Kanker assembly & parliamentary constituency.
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Population of Dhekuna
Below is a concise population overview of Dhekuna as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 977 | 460 | 517 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 45 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 39 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 429 | 196 | 233 |
| Literate Population | 621 | 345 | 276 |
| Illiterate Population | 356 | 115 | 241 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dhekuna village:
- The total population of Dhekuna village is around 977, including approximately 460 males and 517 females, with a sex ratio of 1123 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 95 children aged 0–6 years in Dhekuna village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dhekuna village has 79 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 429 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dhekuna village is about 63.56%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 53.38%.
- There are around 229 households in Dhekuna village.
Connectivity of Dhekuna
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhekuna. As per the 2011 stats, Dhekuna had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhekuna
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhekuna helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhekuna.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhekuna
- Where is Dhekuna located?
- Dhekuna village is situated in Narharpur Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhekuna?
- Dhekuna serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dhekuna?
- The pincode of Dhekuna is 494334, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dhekuna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhekuna is 977, with 460 males and 517 females.
- How many households are there in Dhekuna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhekuna village has a total of 229 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhekuna as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhekuna is 63.56%. The male literacy rate is 75.00%, while the female literacy rate is 53.38%.