Dehen

Dehen is a village located in Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Dapoli Camp (tehsildar office) and 172km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Dehen village is also a gram panchayat.

Dehen has its own place in the vibrant Ratnagiri region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Dehen

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dehen is 564815. The village spans a total geographical area of 486.85 hectares. Dapoli Camp is nearest town to Dehen village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.

When it comes to local governance, Dehen 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 Dapoli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Dehen

Below is a concise population overview of Dehen as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 501 207 294
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 42 22 20
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 301 149 152
Illiterate Population 200 58 142

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dehen village:

  • The total population of Dehen village is around 501, including approximately 207 males and 294 females, with a sex ratio of 1420 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 42 children aged 0–6 years in Dehen village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Dehen village is about 60.08%, with male literacy at 71.98% and female literacy at 51.70%.
  • There are around 175 households in Dehen village.

Connectivity of Dehen

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dehen

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Dehen

Where is Dehen located?
Dehen village is situated in Dapoli Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dehen?
Dehen serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Dehen as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dehen is 501, with 207 males and 294 females.
How many households are there in Dehen as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dehen village has a total of 175 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dehen as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dehen is 60.08%. The male literacy rate is 71.98%, while the female literacy rate is 51.70%.