Dheki - Handiya, Harda
Dheki is a village situated in the Handiya tehsil of Harda district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Handiya and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Harda. Sigon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dheki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dheki is 486845. The village covers a total geographical area of 224.99 hectares and falls under the 461335 pincode. Harda is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Dheki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dheki
As per Census 2011, Dheki village has a total population of 254 people, consisting of 132 males and 122 females. The village has 49 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 105 literate and 149 illiterate residents. Additionally, 68 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 143 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dheki are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 254 | 132 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 27 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 30 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 143 | 81 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 105 | 62 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 70 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Dheki
Dheki is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mangrul | South-West | 1.36 km |
| Segone | West | 1.98 km |
| Sagoda | East | 2.80 km |
| Gaula | North-East | 3.05 km |
| Mandleshwar | North-West | 3.23 km |
| Nayapura | South-West | 3.51 km |
| Bajawada | North | 3.89 km |
| Uchan | West | 4.41 km |
| Ratatalai | South | 4.76 km |
| Dawatha | North-West | 4.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dheki
Dheki is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Palasner, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Harda to Dheki is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dheki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dheki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dheki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dheki village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dheki
Where is Dheki located?
Dheki village is located in Handiya Tehsil, Harda district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dheki?
The Gram Panchayat of Dheki is Sigon.
What is the pincode of Dheki?
The pincode of Dheki is 461335.
What is the population of Dheki?
Dheki has a total population of 254, including 132 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Dheki?
There are 49 households in Dheki.
What is the literacy rate in Dheki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dheki is 41.34%. Male literacy is 46.97% and female literacy is 35.25%.