Dakhin
About Dakhin
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dakhin village is 565846. Dakhin village is located in Sangameshwar tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 86km away from sub-district headquarter Devrukh (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Murshi is the gram panchayat of Dakhin village.
The total geographical area of village is 690.29 hectares. Dakhin has a total population of 580 peoples, out of which male population is 263 while female population is 317. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1205 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dakhin village is 58.45% out of which 69.20% males and 49.53% females are literate. There are about 165 houses in dakhin village.
When it comes to administration, Dakhin 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, Dakhin village comes under Chiplun Vidhan Sabha constituency & Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency. Ratnagiri is nearest town to dakhin village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 58km away.
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Population of Dakhin
The population details of Dakhin cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 580 | 263 | 317 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 53 | 20 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 83 | 36 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 339 | 182 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 241 | 81 | 160 |
Connectivity of Dakhin
| 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 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dakhin
Where is Dakhin located?
Dakhin village is situated in Sangameshwar Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dakhin?
The Gram Panchayat of Dakhin is Murshi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Dakhin as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dakhin is 580, with 263 males and 317 females.
How many households are there in Dakhin as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dakhin village has a total of 165 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dakhin as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dakhin is 58.45%. The male literacy rate is 69.20%, while the female literacy rate is 49.53%.