Dheku Sim - Amalner, Jalgaon
Dheku Sim is a village situated in the Amalner tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amalner and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Dheku Seem serves as the Village Panchayat for Dheku Sim village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dheku Sim is 527497. The village covers a total geographical area of 205.89 hectares and falls under the 425401 pincode. Amalner is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Dheku Sim 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 Sim
According to the 2011 Census, Dheku Sim village had a total population of 760 people, including 406 males and 354 females, living in 164 households. The sex ratio was 872 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.36%, with male literacy at 87.11% and female literacy at 72.70%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 15.
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 | 760 | 406 | 354 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 49 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 540 | 311 | 229 |
| Illiterate Population | 220 | 95 | 125 |
Nearby Villages of Dheku Sim
Dheku Sim 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 Dheku Sim
Dheku Sim is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Dheku Sim.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amalner to Dheku Sim is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Dheku Sim is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dheku Sim
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dheku Sim village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dheku Sim
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 Sim village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dheku Sim
Where is Dheku Sim located?
Dheku Sim village is located in Amalner Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Dheku Sim?
The Village Panchayat of Dheku Sim is Dheku Seem.
What is the pincode of Dheku Sim?
The pincode of Dheku Sim is 425401.
What is the population of Dheku Sim?
Dheku Sim had a total population of 760, including 406 males and 354 females.
How many households are there in Dheku Sim?
Dheku Sim had 164 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dheku Sim?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dheku Sim was 80.36%. Male literacy was 87.11% and female literacy was 72.70%.