Dhuktan
About Dhuktan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dhuktan village is 552364. Dhuktan village is located in Palghar tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Palghar (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Dhuktan village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 793.12 hectares. Dhuktan has a total population of 2,850 peoples, out of which male population is 1,410 while female population is 1,440. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1021 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dhuktan village is 61.58% out of which 70.85% males and 52.50% females are literate. There are about 635 houses in dhuktan village. Pincode of dhuktan village locality is 401404.
When it comes to administration, Dhuktan 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, Dhuktan village comes under Boisar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Palghar Lok Sabha constituency. Palghar is nearest town to dhuktan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
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Population of Dhuktan
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,850 | 1,410 | 1,440 |
| Literate Population | 1,755 | 999 | 756 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,095 | 411 | 684 |
Connectivity of Dhuktan
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dhuktan
Where is Dhuktan located?
Dhuktan village is situated in Palghar Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhuktan?
Dhuktan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Dhuktan?
The pincode of Dhuktan is 401404, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhuktan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhuktan is 2,850, with 1,410 males and 1,440 females.
How many households are there in Dhuktan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhuktan village has a total of 635 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhuktan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhuktan is 61.58%. The male literacy rate is 70.85%, while the female literacy rate is 52.50%.