Dukarjhela - Sausar, Pandhurna
Dukarjhela is a village situated in the Sausar tehsil of Pandhurna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from Sausar and around 65 km from Chhindwara. Dukarjhela village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dukarjhela is 495199. The village covers a total geographical area of 273.67 hectares and falls under the 480106 pincode. Sausar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Dukarjhela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandhurna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chhindwara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dukarjhela
As per Census 2011, Dukarjhela village has a total population of 466 people, consisting of 235 males and 231 females. The village has 100 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 337 literate and 129 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 450 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dukarjhela are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 466 | 235 | 231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 32 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 450 | 228 | 222 |
| Literate Population | 337 | 187 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 129 | 48 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Dukarjhela
Dukarjhela is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dukarjhela
Dukarjhela is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sausar to Dukarjhela is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Dukarjhela is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dukarjhela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dukarjhela 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 Dukarjhela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dukarjhela village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dukarjhela
Where is Dukarjhela located?
Dukarjhela village is located in Sausar Tehsil, Pandhurna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dukarjhela?
Dukarjhela is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dukarjhela?
The pincode of Dukarjhela is 480106.
What is the population of Dukarjhela?
Dukarjhela has a total population of 466, including 235 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Dukarjhela?
There are 100 households in Dukarjhela.
What is the literacy rate in Dukarjhela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dukarjhela is 72.32%. Male literacy is 79.57% and female literacy is 64.94%.