Dhekri
About Dhekri
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dhekri village is 460493. Dhekri village is located in Rahatgarh tehsil of Sagar district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Rahatgarh (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Sagar. As per 2009 stats, Pekhlon P is the gram panchayat of Dhekri village.
The total geographical area of village is 279.2 hectares. Dhekri has a total population of 717 peoples, out of which male population is 379 while female population is 338. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 891 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dhekri village is 63.74% out of which 72.03% males and 54.44% females are literate. There are about 162 houses in dhekri village.
When it comes to administration, Dhekri village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Dhekri village comes under Surkhi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sagar Lok Sabha constituency. Rahatgarh is nearest town to dhekri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
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Population of Dhekri
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 717 | 379 | 338 |
| Children (0-6) | 118 | 59 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 123 | 69 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 38 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 457 | 273 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 260 | 106 | 154 |
Connectivity of Dhekri
| 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 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dhekri
Where is Dhekri located?
Dhekri village is situated in Rahatgarh Tehsil, within the Sagar district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhekri?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhekri is Pekhlon P (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Dhekri as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhekri is 717, with 379 males and 338 females.
How many households are there in Dhekri as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhekri village has a total of 162 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhekri as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhekri is 63.74%. The male literacy rate is 72.03%, while the female literacy rate is 54.44%.