Dheku Kh. - Nandgaon, Nashik
Dheku Kh. is a village situated in the Nandgaon tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nandgaon and around 135 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Dheku Kd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dheku Kh. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dheku Kh. is 550395. The village covers a total geographical area of 712 hectares and falls under the 423106 pincode. Nandgaon is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Dheku Kh. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nandgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dheku Kh.
As per Census 2011, Dheku Kh. village has a total population of 2,210 people, consisting of 1,243 males and 967 females. The village has 389 households and a sex ratio of 777 females per 1,000 males. There are 362 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,333 literate and 877 illiterate residents. Additionally, 55 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 24 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dheku Kh. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,210 | 1,243 | 967 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 362 | 196 | 166 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 33 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 16 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,333 | 873 | 460 |
| Illiterate Population | 877 | 370 | 507 |
Nearby Villages of Dheku Kh.
Dheku Kh. 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 Bk. | East | 1.53 km |
| Kusumtel | West | 3.66 km |
| Vasant Nagar | South-East | 3.70 km |
| Chandanpuri | East | 4.55 km |
| Pimpri Haveli | North | 5.19 km |
| Wakla | South | 5.36 km |
| Pardhadi | North-West | 5.79 km |
| Jategaon | South-East | 5.98 km |
| Chinchvihir | West | 6.95 km |
| Hingane Dehere | North | 7.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dheku Kh.
Dheku Kh. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Naydongri, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nandgaon to Dheku Kh. is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Dheku Kh. is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dheku Kh.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dheku Kh. 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 Kh.
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 Kh. 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Dheku Kh.
Where is Dheku Kh. located?
Dheku Kh. village is located in Nandgaon Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dheku Kh.?
The Gram Panchayat of Dheku Kh. is Dheku Kd.
What is the pincode of Dheku Kh.?
The pincode of Dheku Kh. is 423106.
What is the population of Dheku Kh.?
Dheku Kh. has a total population of 2,210, including 1,243 males and 967 females.
How many households are there in Dheku Kh.?
There are 389 households in Dheku Kh..
What is the literacy rate in Dheku Kh.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dheku Kh. is 60.32%. Male literacy is 70.23% and female literacy is 47.57%.