Dalkhan
Dalkhan is a village located in Shahapur tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Shahapur (tehsildar office) and 72km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Dalkhan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dalkhan unique in its vibrant Shahapur-Thane region. You’ll see Dalkhan’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 Dalkhan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dalkhan is 552765. The village spans a total geographical area of 701.37 hectares. Jawhar is nearest town to Dalkhan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 55km away.
Google Map of Dalkhan
Population of Dalkhan
According to the 2011 Census, Dalkhan has a total population of about 1,644, with approximately 837 males and 807 females. The sex ratio is around 964 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 220 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 29 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 327. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.32%, with male literacy at about 75.87% and female literacy near 64.56%. There are around 330 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dalkhan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,644 | 837 | 807 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 118 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 327 | 169 | 158 |
| Literate Population | 1,156 | 635 | 521 |
| Illiterate Population | 488 | 202 | 286 |
Connectivity of Dalkhan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dalkhan. As per the 2011 stats, Dalkhan 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 <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dalkhan
Knowing the nearby villages of Dalkhan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dalkhan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dalkhan
- Where is Dalkhan located?
- Dalkhan village is situated in Shahapur Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dalkhan?
- Dalkhan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Dalkhan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dalkhan is 1,644, with 837 males and 807 females.
- How many households are there in Dalkhan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dalkhan village has a total of 330 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dalkhan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dalkhan is 70.32%. The male literacy rate is 75.87%, while the female literacy rate is 64.56%.