Dheku
About Dheku
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dheku village is 553765. Dheku village is located in Khalapur tehsil of Raigarh district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Khalapur (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Alibag. As per 2009 stats, Sajgaon is the gram panchayat of Dheku village.
The total geographical area of village is 141.76 hectares. Dheku has a total population of 1,622 peoples, out of which male population is 920 while female population is 702. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 763 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dheku village is 80.09% out of which 84.67% males and 74.07% females are literate. There are about 403 houses in dheku village.
When it comes to administration, Dheku village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Dheku village comes under Karjat Vidhan Sabha constituency & Maval Lok Sabha constituency. Khopoli is nearest town to dheku village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
Google Map of Dheku
Population of Dheku
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,622 | 920 | 702 |
| Literate Population | 1,299 | 779 | 520 |
| Illiterate Population | 323 | 141 | 182 |
Connectivity of Dheku
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dheku
Frequently Asked Questions about Dheku
Where is Dheku located?
Dheku village is situated in Khalapur Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dheku?
The Gram Panchayat of Dheku is Sajgaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Dheku as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dheku is 1,622, with 920 males and 702 females.
How many households are there in Dheku as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dheku village has a total of 403 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dheku as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dheku is 80.09%. The male literacy rate is 84.67%, while the female literacy rate is 74.07%.