Dhekani

Dhekani is a village located in Chamorshi tehsil of Gadchiroli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Chamorshi (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Gadchiroli. As per 2009 stats, Pavimuranda is the gram panchayat of Dhekani village.

Dhekani has its own place in the vibrant Gadchiroli 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 Dhekani

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhekani is 539290. The village spans a total geographical area of 736.76 hectares. Gadchiroli is nearest town to Dhekani village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 65km away.

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Population of Dhekani

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 142 55 87
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 18 9 9
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 133 51 82
Literate Population 79 32 47
Illiterate Population 63 23 40

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

  • The total population of Dhekani village is around 142, including approximately 55 males and 87 females, with a sex ratio of 1581 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 18 children aged 0–6 years in Dhekani village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dhekani village has 133 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Dhekani village is about 55.63%, with male literacy at 58.18% and female literacy at 54.02%.
  • There are around 35 households in Dhekani village.

Connectivity of Dhekani

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dhekani

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

Gauripur Karkapalli Mal Mutnur Abapur Fuser Manger Rith Chichapalli Rith Bawanchuwa Haladi Haladi Chak Adyal

Frequently Asked Questions about Dhekani

Where is Dhekani located?
Dhekani village is situated in Chamorshi Tehsil, within the Gadchiroli district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhekani?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhekani is Pavimuranda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Dhekani as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhekani is 142, with 55 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Dhekani as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhekani village has a total of 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhekani as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhekani is 55.63%. The male literacy rate is 58.18%, while the female literacy rate is 54.02%.