Dhorkatta

Dhorkatta is a village located in Pakhanjur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Pakhanjur (tehsildar office) and 143km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Dhorkatta village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Dhorkatta unique in its vibrant Pakhanjur-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Dhorkatta’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 Dhorkatta

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhorkatta is 448197. The village spans a total geographical area of 400.17 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494776. Pakhanjur is nearest town to Dhorkatta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

When it comes to local governance, Dhorkatta village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Dhorkatta

According to the 2011 Census, Dhorkatta has a total population of about 375, with approximately 188 males and 187 females. The sex ratio is around 994 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 51 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 353. The overall literacy rate is approximately 38.93%, with male literacy at about 50.53% and female literacy near 27.27%. There are around 87 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhorkatta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 375 188 187
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 51 21 30
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 353 174 179
Literate Population 146 95 51
Illiterate Population 229 93 136

Connectivity of Dhorkatta

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhorkatta. As per the 2011 stats, Dhorkatta 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 Dhorkatta

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Dhorkatta

Where is Dhorkatta located?
Dhorkatta village is situated in Pakhanjur Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhorkatta?
Dhorkatta serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Dhorkatta?
The pincode of Dhorkatta is 494776, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhorkatta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhorkatta is 375, with 188 males and 187 females.
How many households are there in Dhorkatta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhorkatta village has a total of 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhorkatta as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhorkatta is 38.93%. The male literacy rate is 50.53%, while the female literacy rate is 27.27%.