Dekani

Dekani is a village located in Marsaghai tehsil of Kendrapara district in Odisha, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Marsaghai (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Kendrapara . As per 2009 stats, Khursia is the gram panchayat of Dekani village.

Dekani has its own place in the vibrant Kendrapara 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 Dekani

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dekani is 396964. The village spans a total geographical area of 74 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754141. Paradip is nearest town to Dekani village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.

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Population of Dekani

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 519 275 244
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 53 32 21
Scheduled Castes (SC) 23 11 12
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 451 241 210
Illiterate Population 68 34 34

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

  • The total population of Dekani village is around 519, including approximately 275 males and 244 females, with a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 53 children aged 0–6 years in Dekani village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dekani village has 23 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Dekani village is about 86.90%, with male literacy at 87.64% and female literacy at 86.07%.
  • There are around 123 households in Dekani village.

Connectivity of Dekani

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dekani. As per the 2011 stats, Dekani had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dekani

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

Kalagarh Thantapalanda Bandhakud Khurusia Khurusiapat Koratapanga Gatanai Naladiasasan Narayanpur Tekarapanga Patalipanka

Frequently Asked Questions about Dekani

Where is Dekani located?
Dekani village is situated in Marsaghai Tehsil, within the Kendrapara district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dekani?
The Gram Panchayat of Dekani is Khursia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dekani?
The pincode of Dekani is 754141, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dekani as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dekani is 519, with 275 males and 244 females.
How many households are there in Dekani as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dekani village has a total of 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dekani as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dekani is 86.90%. The male literacy rate is 87.64%, while the female literacy rate is 86.07%.