Dhakurai - Pichhore, Shivpuri
Dhakurai is a village situated in the Pichhore tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pichhore and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Sujawani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhakurai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhakurai is 456213. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.34 hectares and falls under the 473995 pincode. Pichhore is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Dhakurai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pichhore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhakurai
According to the 2011 Census, Dhakurai village had a total population of 207 people, including 117 males and 90 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 769 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.35%, with male literacy at 60.00% and female literacy at 42.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5.
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 | 207 | 117 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 22 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 89 | 57 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 118 | 60 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Dhakurai
Dhakurai 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 Dhakurai
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dhakurai.
| 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 Pichhore to Dhakurai is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Dhakurai is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhakurai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhakurai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhakurai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhakurai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhakurai
Where is Dhakurai located?
Dhakurai village is located in Pichhore Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhakurai?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhakurai is Sujawani.
What is the pincode of Dhakurai?
The pincode of Dhakurai is 473995.
What is the population of Dhakurai?
Dhakurai had a total population of 207, including 117 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Dhakurai?
Dhakurai had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhakurai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhakurai was 52.35%. Male literacy was 60.00% and female literacy was 42.67%.