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.
Here you can discover what makes Dekani unique in its vibrant Marsaghai-Kendrapara region. You’ll see Dekani’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 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.
Google Map of Dekani
Population of Dekani
According to the 2011 Census, Dekani has a total population of about 519, with approximately 275 males and 244 females. The sex ratio is around 887 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 53 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 23 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 86.90%, with male literacy at about 87.64% and female literacy near 86.07%. There are around 123 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dekani's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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.
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%.