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.
Here you can discover what makes Dhenka unique in its vibrant Soso-Kendujhar region. You’ll see Dhenka’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 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.
Google Map of Dhenka
Population of Dhenka
According to the 2011 Census, Dhenka has a total population of about 2,371, with approximately 1,193 males and 1,178 females. The sex ratio is around 987 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 264 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 691 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 733. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.33%, with male literacy at about 79.30% and female literacy near 65.28%. There are around 524 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhenka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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%.