Dhekan

Dhekan is a village located in Mungaoli tehsil of Ashoknagar district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 48km away from sub-district headquarter Mungaoli (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Ashoknagar. As per 2009 stats, Dhakan is the gram panchayat of Dhekan village.

Dhekan has its own place in the vibrant Ashoknagar 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 Dhekan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhekan is 500771. The village spans a total geographical area of 1070 hectares. Ashok Nagar is nearest town to Dhekan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.

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Population of Dhekan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,954 1,021 933
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 359 179 180
Scheduled Castes (SC) 207 107 100
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,140 698 442
Illiterate Population 814 323 491

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

  • The total population of Dhekan village is around 1,954, including approximately 1,021 males and 933 females, with a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 359 children aged 0–6 years in Dhekan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dhekan village has 207 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Dhekan village is about 58.34%, with male literacy at 68.36% and female literacy at 47.37%.
  • There are around 325 households in Dhekan village.

Connectivity of Dhekan

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

Nearby Villages of Dhekan

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

Athai Kheda Pura Viran Pura Abad Shyampur Karaiya Turk Laxmipura Barkheda Athai Mudra Khana Bila Kheda Bila Khedi Rampur Muhal

Frequently Asked Questions about Dhekan

Where is Dhekan located?
Dhekan village is situated in Mungaoli Tehsil, within the Ashoknagar district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhekan?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhekan is Dhakan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Dhekan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhekan is 1,954, with 1,021 males and 933 females.
How many households are there in Dhekan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhekan village has a total of 325 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhekan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhekan is 58.34%. The male literacy rate is 68.36%, while the female literacy rate is 47.37%.