Dheku Bk. - Amalner, Jalgaon
Dheku Bk. is a village situated in the Amalner tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amalner and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Dheku Kh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dheku Bk. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dheku Bk. is 527477. The village covers a total geographical area of 273.43 hectares and falls under the 425105 pincode. Amalner is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Dheku Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Amalner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dheku Bk.
As per Census 2011, Dheku Bk. village has a total population of 744 people, consisting of 390 males and 354 females. The village has 130 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 99 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 380 literate and 364 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 131 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dheku Bk. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 744 | 390 | 354 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 48 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 131 | 69 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 380 | 249 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 364 | 141 | 223 |
Nearby Villages of Dheku Bk.
Dheku Bk. is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dheku Kh. | North-East | 1.27 km |
| Ekrukhi | West | 2.32 km |
| Sarbete Bk. | North-West | 2.59 km |
| Khedi Dhok | South | 2.67 km |
| Chikhalod Kh. | South-West | 3.48 km |
| Vyavhardal | North | 3.51 km |
| Junone | North-East | 3.65 km |
| Bilkhede | East | 4.06 km |
| Sarbete Kh. | North-West | 4.42 km |
| Rajore | West | 4.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dheku Bk.
Dheku Bk. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Takarkhede, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amalner to Dheku Bk. is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Dheku Bk. is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dheku Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dheku Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dheku Bk.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dheku Bk. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Dheku Bk.
Where is Dheku Bk. located?
Dheku Bk. village is located in Amalner Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dheku Bk.?
The Gram Panchayat of Dheku Bk. is Dheku Kh.
What is the pincode of Dheku Bk.?
The pincode of Dheku Bk. is 425105.
What is the population of Dheku Bk.?
Dheku Bk. has a total population of 744, including 390 males and 354 females.
How many households are there in Dheku Bk.?
There are 130 households in Dheku Bk..
What is the literacy rate in Dheku Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dheku Bk. is 51.08%. Male literacy is 63.85% and female literacy is 37.01%.