Dhakni

Dhakni is a village located in Loha tehsil of Nanded district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Loha (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Nanded. As per 2009 stats, Dhakni village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Dhakni unique in its vibrant Loha-Nanded region. You’ll see Dhakni’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Dhakni

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhakni is 545219. The village spans a total geographical area of 904 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 431707. Nanded is nearest town to Dhakni village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Dhakni village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Loha Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Latur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Dhakni

Population of Dhakni

According to the 2011 Census, Dhakni has a total population of about 1,529, with approximately 783 males and 746 females. The sex ratio is around 952 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 220 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 246 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 149. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.50%, with male literacy at about 67.82% and female literacy near 52.82%. There are around 278 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhakni's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

Connectivity of Dhakni

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

Nearby Villages of Dhakni

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Dhakni