Duka

Duka is a village located in Ashta tehsil of Sehore district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Ashta (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Sehore. As per 2009 stats, Duka village is also a gram panchayat.

Duka has its own place in the vibrant Sehore 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 Duka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Duka is 482944. The village spans a total geographical area of 412.93 hectares. Ashta is nearest town to Duka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.

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Population of Duka

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 932 492 440
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 123 69 54
Scheduled Castes (SC) 252 132 120
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 510 330 180
Illiterate Population 422 162 260

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

  • The total population of Duka village is around 932, including approximately 492 males and 440 females, with a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 123 children aged 0–6 years in Duka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Duka village has 252 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Duka village is about 54.72%, with male literacy at 67.07% and female literacy at 40.91%.
  • There are around 181 households in Duka village.

Connectivity of Duka

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

Nearby Villages of Duka

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

Dabri Hamid Khedi Kaji Khedi Malipura Bahadarpura Khadi Gopalpur Channotha Bagdawada Lakhmipur Tanda

Frequently Asked Questions about Duka

Where is Duka located?
Duka village is situated in Ashta Tehsil, within the Sehore district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Duka?
Duka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Duka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Duka is 932, with 492 males and 440 females.
How many households are there in Duka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Duka village has a total of 181 households.
What is the literacy rate in Duka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Duka is 54.72%. The male literacy rate is 67.07%, while the female literacy rate is 40.91%.