Dhokheda

Dhokheda is a village located in Gadarwara tehsil of Narsimhapur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Gadarwara (tehsildar office) and 71km away from district headquarter Narsimhapur. As per 2009 stats, Dhaukheda is the gram panchayat of Dhokheda village.

Here you can discover what makes Dhokheda unique in its vibrant Gadarwara-Narsimhapur region. You’ll see Dhokheda’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 Dhokheda

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhokheda is 490741. The village spans a total geographical area of 91 hectares. Gadarwara is nearest town to Dhokheda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.

When it comes to local governance, Dhokheda 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 Tendukheda Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hoshangabad 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 Dhokheda

According to the 2011 Census, Dhokheda has a total population of about 954, with approximately 481 males and 473 females. The sex ratio is around 983 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 138 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 132 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.69%, with male literacy at about 69.02% and female literacy near 52.22%. There are around 182 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhokheda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 954 481 473
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 138 66 72
Scheduled Castes (SC) 132 66 66
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 579 332 247
Illiterate Population 375 149 226

Connectivity of Dhokheda

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

Nearby Villages of Dhokheda

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Dhokheda

Where is Dhokheda located?

Dhokheda village is situated in Gadarwara Tehsil, within the Narsimhapur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.

What is the gram panchayat of Dhokheda?

The Gram Panchayat of Dhokheda is Dhaukheda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.

What is the population of Dhokheda as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhokheda is 954, with 481 males and 473 females.

How many households are there in Dhokheda as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, Dhokheda village has a total of 182 households.

What is the literacy rate in Dhokheda as per the 2011 Census?

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhokheda is 60.69%. The male literacy rate is 69.02%, while the female literacy rate is 52.22%.