Dehkela

Dehkela is a village located in Karra subdivision of Khunti district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Karra (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Khunti. As per 2009 stats, Dahkela is the gram panchayat of Dehkela village.

Dehkela has its own place in the vibrant Khunti 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 Dehkela

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dehkela is 374732. The village spans a total geographical area of 538 hectares. Karra is nearest town to Dehkela village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Dehkela

Below is a concise population overview of Dehkela as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,529 771 758
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 263 142 121
Scheduled Castes (SC) 13 10 3
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 895 438 457
Literate Population 731 432 299
Illiterate Population 798 339 459

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dehkela village:

  • The total population of Dehkela village is around 1,529, including approximately 771 males and 758 females, with a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 263 children aged 0–6 years in Dehkela village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dehkela village has 13 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 895 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Dehkela village is about 47.81%, with male literacy at 56.03% and female literacy at 39.45%.
  • There are around 287 households in Dehkela village.

Connectivity of Dehkela

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dehkela. As per the 2011 stats, Dehkela had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Dehkela

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Dehkela

Where is Dehkela located?
Dehkela village is situated in Karra Subdivision, within the Khunti district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dehkela?
The Gram Panchayat of Dehkela is Dahkela (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Dehkela as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dehkela is 1,529, with 771 males and 758 females.
How many households are there in Dehkela as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dehkela village has a total of 287 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dehkela as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dehkela is 47.81%. The male literacy rate is 56.03%, while the female literacy rate is 39.45%.