Dhorkin

Dhorkin is a village located in Paithan tehsil of Aurangabad district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Paithan (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Aurangabad. As per 2009 stats, Dhorkin village is also a gram panchayat.

Dhorkin has its own place in the vibrant Aurangabad 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 Dhorkin

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhorkin is 549480. The village spans a total geographical area of 2003 hectares. Paithan is nearest town to Dhorkin village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.

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Population of Dhorkin

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,691 2,436 2,255
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 711 381 330
Scheduled Castes (SC) 864 440 424
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 109 55 54
Literate Population 2,851 1,715 1,136
Illiterate Population 1,840 721 1,119

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

  • The total population of Dhorkin village is around 4,691, including approximately 2,436 males and 2,255 females, with a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 711 children aged 0–6 years in Dhorkin village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dhorkin village has 864 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 109 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Dhorkin village is about 60.78%, with male literacy at 70.40% and female literacy at 50.38%.
  • There are around 949 households in Dhorkin village.

Connectivity of Dhorkin

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhorkin. As per the 2011 stats, Dhorkin had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dhorkin

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

Tekadi Tanda Daregaon Balanagar Kapuswadi Karkin Wadala Wawa Kasarpadli Warudi Bk Shahapur Wahegaon Dhangaon

Frequently Asked Questions about Dhorkin

Where is Dhorkin located?
Dhorkin village is situated in Paithan Tehsil, within the Aurangabad district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhorkin?
Dhorkin serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Dhorkin as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhorkin is 4,691, with 2,436 males and 2,255 females.
How many households are there in Dhorkin as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhorkin village has a total of 949 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhorkin as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhorkin is 60.78%. The male literacy rate is 70.40%, while the female literacy rate is 50.38%.