Dehrka
Dehrka is a village located in Jagraon tehsil of Ludhiana district in Punjab, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Jagraon (tehsildar office) and 39km away from district headquarter Ludhiana. As per 2009 stats, Dehrka village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dehrka unique in its vibrant Jagraon-Ludhiana region. You’ll see Dehrka’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 Dehrka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dehrka is 033893. The village spans a total geographical area of 845 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 142035. Jagraon is nearest town to Dehrka village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Dehrka village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jagraon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ludhiana Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dehrka
Population of Dehrka
According to the 2011 Census, Dehrka has a total population of about 3,877, with approximately 2,048 males and 1,829 females. The sex ratio is around 893 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 346 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,203 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 71.40%, with male literacy at about 74.61% and female literacy near 67.80%. There are around 729 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dehrka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,877 | 2,048 | 1,829 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 346 | 183 | 163 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,203 | 642 | 561 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,768 | 1,528 | 1,240 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,109 | 520 | 589 |
Connectivity of Dehrka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dehrka. As per the 2011 stats, Dehrka 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 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dehrka
Knowing the nearby villages of Dehrka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dehrka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dehrka
- Where is Dehrka located?
- Dehrka village is situated in Jagraon Tehsil, within the Ludhiana district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dehrka?
- Dehrka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dehrka?
- The pincode of Dehrka is 142035, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dehrka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dehrka is 3,877, with 2,048 males and 1,829 females.
- How many households are there in Dehrka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dehrka village has a total of 729 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dehrka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dehrka is 71.40%. The male literacy rate is 74.61%, while the female literacy rate is 67.80%.