Dhikanya

Dhikanya is a village located in Malhargarh tehsil of Mandsaur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Malhargarh (tehsildar office) and 13km away from district headquarter Mandsaur. As per 2009 stats, Babukheda is the gram panchayat of Dhikanya village.

Dhikanya has its own place in the vibrant Mandsaur 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 Dhikanya

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhikanya is 469217. The village spans a total geographical area of 393 hectares. Mandsaur is nearest town to Dhikanya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.

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Population of Dhikanya

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,044 536 508
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 116 64 52
Scheduled Castes (SC) 573 300 273
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 2 2 N/A
Literate Population 659 404 255
Illiterate Population 385 132 253

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

  • The total population of Dhikanya village is around 1,044, including approximately 536 males and 508 females, with a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 116 children aged 0–6 years in Dhikanya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dhikanya village has 573 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Dhikanya village is about 63.12%, with male literacy at 75.37% and female literacy at 50.20%.
  • There are around 245 households in Dhikanya village.

Connectivity of Dhikanya

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

Nearby Villages of Dhikanya

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

Khatyakhedi Lunaheda Kachariya Botalganj Ujagariya Thadod Babookheda Belala Borkhedi Haripura Chaoli

Frequently Asked Questions about Dhikanya

Where is Dhikanya located?
Dhikanya village is situated in Malhargarh Tehsil, within the Mandsaur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhikanya?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhikanya is Babukheda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Dhikanya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhikanya is 1,044, with 536 males and 508 females.
How many households are there in Dhikanya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhikanya village has a total of 245 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhikanya as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhikanya is 63.12%. The male literacy rate is 75.37%, while the female literacy rate is 50.20%.