Dhekale

Dhekale is a village located in Palghar tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 46km away from sub-district headquarter Palghar (tehsildar office) and 71km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Ganje Dhekale is the gram panchayat of Dhekale village.

Dhekale has its own place in the vibrant Thane 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 Dhekale

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhekale is 552380. The village spans a total geographical area of 789.25 hectares. Palghar is nearest town to Dhekale village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 46km away.

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Population of Dhekale

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,430 726 704
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 198 99 99
Scheduled Castes (SC) 7 4 3
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,286 643 643
Literate Population 736 438 298
Illiterate Population 694 288 406

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

  • The total population of Dhekale village is around 1,430, including approximately 726 males and 704 females, with a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 198 children aged 0–6 years in Dhekale village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dhekale village has 7 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,286 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Dhekale village is about 51.47%, with male literacy at 60.33% and female literacy at 42.33%.
  • There are around 270 households in Dhekale village.

Connectivity of Dhekale

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhekale. As per the 2011 stats, Dhekale 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 Dhekale

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

Salivali Vehaloli Saware Khaire Jansai Warai Nagave T Manor Girale Ganje Jayshet Katkar

Frequently Asked Questions about Dhekale

Where is Dhekale located?
Dhekale village is situated in Palghar Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhekale?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhekale is Ganje Dhekale (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Dhekale as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhekale is 1,430, with 726 males and 704 females.
How many households are there in Dhekale as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhekale village has a total of 270 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhekale as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhekale is 51.47%. The male literacy rate is 60.33%, while the female literacy rate is 42.33%.