Dehrka
About Dehrka
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dehrka village is 033893. Dehrka village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 845 hectares. Dehrka has a total population of 3,877 peoples, out of which male population is 2,048 while female population is 1,829. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 893 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dehrka village is 71.40% out of which 74.61% males and 67.80% females are literate. There are about 729 houses in dehrka village. Pincode of dehrka village locality is 142035.
When it comes to administration, Dehrka 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, Dehrka village comes under Jagraon Vidhan Sabha constituency & Ludhiana Lok Sabha constituency. Jagraon is nearest town to dehrka village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Dehrka
The population details of Dehrka 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 | 3,877 | 2,048 | 1,829 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 346 | 183 | 163 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1,203 | 642 | 561 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,768 | 1,528 | 1,240 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,109 | 520 | 589 |
Connectivity of Dehrka
| 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 |
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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%.