Dhenka

Dhenka is a village located in Soso tehsil of Kendujhar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Soso (tehsildar office) and 108km away from district headquarter Kendujhar. As per 2009 stats, Dhenka village is also a gram panchayat.

Dhenka has its own place in the vibrant Kendujhar 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 Dhenka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhenka is 387111. The village spans a total geographical area of 497 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 758023. Bhadrak is nearest town to Dhenka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.

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Population of Dhenka

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,371 1,193 1,178
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 264 127 137
Scheduled Castes (SC) 691 339 352
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 733 371 362
Literate Population 1,715 946 769
Illiterate Population 656 247 409

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

  • The total population of Dhenka village is around 2,371, including approximately 1,193 males and 1,178 females, with a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 264 children aged 0–6 years in Dhenka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dhenka village has 691 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 733 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Dhenka village is about 72.33%, with male literacy at 79.30% and female literacy at 65.28%.
  • There are around 524 households in Dhenka village.

Connectivity of Dhenka

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Dhenka

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Dhenka

Where is Dhenka located?
Dhenka village is situated in Soso Tehsil, within the Kendujhar district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhenka?
Dhenka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Dhenka?
The pincode of Dhenka is 758023, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhenka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhenka is 2,371, with 1,193 males and 1,178 females.
How many households are there in Dhenka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhenka village has a total of 524 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhenka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhenka is 72.33%. The male literacy rate is 79.30%, while the female literacy rate is 65.28%.