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.
Here you can discover what makes Dehen unique in its vibrant Dapoli-Ratnagiri region. You’ll see Dehen’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 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.
Google Map of Dehen
Population of Dehen
According to the 2011 Census, Dehen has a total population of about 501, with approximately 207 males and 294 females. The sex ratio is around 1420 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 42 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.08%, with male literacy at about 71.98% and female literacy near 51.70%. There are around 175 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dehen's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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%.