Dhokarkuhi - Ghansaur, Seoni
Dhokarkuhi is a village situated in the Ghansaur tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansaur and around 150 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Budhera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhokarkuhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhokarkuhi is 496238. The village covers a total geographical area of 276.99 hectares and falls under the 480997 pincode. Jabalpur is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Dhokarkuhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakhnadon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhokarkuhi
According to the 2011 Census, Dhokarkuhi village had a total population of 448 people, including 197 males and 251 females, living in 123 households. The sex ratio was 1,274 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.33%, with male literacy at 46.67% and female literacy at 31.98%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 437.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 448 | 197 | 251 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 47 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 437 | 193 | 244 |
| Literate Population | 133 | 70 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 315 | 127 | 188 |
Nearby Villages of Dhokarkuhi
Dhokarkuhi 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 Dhokarkuhi
Dhokarkuhi 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jabalpur to Dhokarkuhi is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Dhokarkuhi is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhokarkuhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhokarkuhi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhokarkuhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhokarkuhi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhokarkuhi
Where is Dhokarkuhi located?
Dhokarkuhi village is located in Ghansaur Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhokarkuhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhokarkuhi is Budhera.
What is the pincode of Dhokarkuhi?
The pincode of Dhokarkuhi is 480997.
What is the population of Dhokarkuhi?
Dhokarkuhi had a total population of 448, including 197 males and 251 females.
How many households are there in Dhokarkuhi?
Dhokarkuhi had 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhokarkuhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhokarkuhi was 38.33%. Male literacy was 46.67% and female literacy was 31.98%.