Dhakotha
About Dhakotha
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dhakotha village is 386877. Dhakotha village is located in Ghasipura tehsil of Kendujhar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Ghasipura (tehsildar office) and 68km away from district headquarter Kendujhar. As per 2009 stats, Dhakotha village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 84 hectares. Dhakotha has a total population of 1,045 peoples, out of which male population is 529 while female population is 516. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 975 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dhakotha village is 69.57% out of which 73.91% males and 65.12% females are literate. There are about 206 houses in dhakotha village. Pincode of dhakotha village locality is 758015.
When it comes to administration, Dhakotha 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, Dhakotha village comes under Ghasipura Vidhan Sabha constituency & Keonjhar Lok Sabha constituency. Jajapur is nearest town to dhakotha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
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Population of Dhakotha
The population details of Dhakotha cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,045 | 529 | 516 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 125 | 64 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 147 | 68 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 727 | 391 | 336 |
| Illiterate Population | 318 | 138 | 180 |
Connectivity of Dhakotha
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dhakotha
Where is Dhakotha located?
Dhakotha village is situated in Ghasipura Tehsil, within the Kendujhar district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhakotha?
Dhakotha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Dhakotha?
The pincode of Dhakotha is 758015, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhakotha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhakotha is 1,045, with 529 males and 516 females.
How many households are there in Dhakotha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhakotha village has a total of 206 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhakotha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhakotha is 69.57%. The male literacy rate is 73.91%, while the female literacy rate is 65.12%.