Dehka - Lakhnadon, Seoni
Dehka is a village situated in the Lakhnadon tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhnadon and around 103 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Silpani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dehka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dehka is 495935. The village covers a total geographical area of 431 hectares and falls under the 480886 pincode. Lakhnadon is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Dehka 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 Dehka
According to the 2011 Census, Dehka village had a total population of 169 people, including 80 males and 89 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 1,113 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.00%, with male literacy at 75.71% and female literacy at 44.29%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 102.
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 | 169 | 80 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 10 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 102 | 48 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 84 | 53 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 27 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Dehka
Dehka 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 Dehka
Dehka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Lakhnadon to Dehka is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Dehka is about 103 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dehka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dehka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dehka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dehka 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 Dehka
Where is Dehka located?
Dehka village is located in Lakhnadon Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dehka?
The Gram Panchayat of Dehka is Silpani.
What is the pincode of Dehka?
The pincode of Dehka is 480886.
What is the population of Dehka?
Dehka had a total population of 169, including 80 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Dehka?
Dehka had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dehka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dehka was 60.00%. Male literacy was 75.71% and female literacy was 44.29%.