Dhirekot
Dhirekot is a village located in Amritsar I tehsil of Amritsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Amritsar -i (tehsildar office) and 10km away from district headquarter Amritsar . As per 2009 stats, Dhirekot village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dhirekot unique in its vibrant Amritsar I-Amritsar region. You’ll see Dhirekot’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 Dhirekot
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhirekot is 037532. The village spans a total geographical area of 248 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143149. Jandiala is nearest town to Dhirekot village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Dhirekot
Population of Dhirekot
According to the 2011 Census, Dhirekot has a total population of about 1,348, with approximately 735 males and 613 females. The sex ratio is around 834 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 140 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 620 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 67.28%, with male literacy at about 70.61% and female literacy near 63.30%. There are around 248 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhirekot's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,348 | 735 | 613 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 83 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 620 | 337 | 283 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 907 | 519 | 388 |
| Illiterate Population | 441 | 216 | 225 |
Connectivity of Dhirekot
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhirekot. As per the 2011 stats, Dhirekot 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhirekot
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhirekot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhirekot.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhirekot
- Where is Dhirekot located?
- Dhirekot village is situated in Amritsar I Tehsil, within the Amritsar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhirekot?
- Dhirekot serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dhirekot?
- The pincode of Dhirekot is 143149, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dhirekot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhirekot is 1,348, with 735 males and 613 females.
- How many households are there in Dhirekot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhirekot village has a total of 248 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhirekot as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhirekot is 67.28%. The male literacy rate is 70.61%, while the female literacy rate is 63.30%.