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
As per Census 2011, Dhakurai village has a total population of 207 people, consisting of 117 males and 90 females. The village has 32 households and a sex ratio of 769 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 89 literate and 118 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhakurai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 207 | 117 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 22 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| 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 has a total population of 207, including 117 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Dhakurai?
There are 32 households in Dhakurai.
What is the literacy rate in Dhakurai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhakurai is 43.00%. Male literacy is 48.72% and female literacy is 35.56%.