Dhorkheda

Dhorkheda is a village located in Malegaon tehsil of Washim district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Malegaon (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Washim. As per 2009 stats, Dhorkheda village is also a gram panchayat.

Dhorkheda has its own place in the vibrant Washim 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 Dhorkheda

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhorkheda is 530703. The village spans a total geographical area of 599 hectares. Washim is nearest town to Dhorkheda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 37km away.

Google Map of Dhorkheda

The Map data on this website is provided by Google Maps, a free online map service one can access and view in a web browser.

Population of Dhorkheda

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,189 651 538
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 135 82 53
Scheduled Castes (SC) 283 157 126
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 898 525 373
Illiterate Population 291 126 165

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

  • The total population of Dhorkheda village is around 1,189, including approximately 651 males and 538 females, with a sex ratio of 826 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 135 children aged 0–6 years in Dhorkheda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dhorkheda village has 283 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Dhorkheda village is about 75.53%, with male literacy at 80.65% and female literacy at 69.33%.
  • There are around 243 households in Dhorkheda village.

Connectivity of Dhorkheda

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhorkheda. As per the 2011 stats, Dhorkheda 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dhorkheda

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

Mutha Dapuri Kalwe Dapuri Kh Khandala Shinde Kotha Borala Jahagir Taktoda Somthana Sirsala Chandas Pangri

Frequently Asked Questions about Dhorkheda

Where is Dhorkheda located?
Dhorkheda village is situated in Malegaon Tehsil, within the Washim district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhorkheda?
Dhorkheda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Dhorkheda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhorkheda is 1,189, with 651 males and 538 females.
How many households are there in Dhorkheda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhorkheda village has a total of 243 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhorkheda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhorkheda is 75.53%. The male literacy rate is 80.65%, while the female literacy rate is 69.33%.