Dhurkot
About Dhurkot
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dhurkot village is 033550. Dhurkot village is located in Ludhiana West tehsil of Ludhiana district in Punjab, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Ludhiana (west) (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Ludhiana. As per 2009 stats, Dhulkot is the gram panchayat of Dhurkot village.
The total geographical area of village is 729 hectares. Dhurkot has a total population of 3,345 peoples, out of which male population is 1,728 while female population is 1,617. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 935 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dhurkot village is 75.13% out of which 79.28% males and 70.69% females are literate. There are about 662 houses in dhurkot village. Pincode of dhurkot village locality is 141204.
When it comes to administration, Dhurkot 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, Dhurkot village comes under Dakha Vidhan Sabha constituency & Ludhiana Lok Sabha constituency. Raikot is nearest town to dhurkot village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Dhurkot
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,345 | 1,728 | 1,617 |
| Literate Population | 2,513 | 1,370 | 1,143 |
| Illiterate Population | 832 | 358 | 474 |
Connectivity of Dhurkot
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dhurkot
Where is Dhurkot located?
Dhurkot village is situated in Ludhiana West Tehsil, within the Ludhiana district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhurkot?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhurkot is Dhulkot (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dhurkot?
The pincode of Dhurkot is 141204, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhurkot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhurkot is 3,345, with 1,728 males and 1,617 females.
How many households are there in Dhurkot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhurkot village has a total of 662 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhurkot as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhurkot is 75.13%. The male literacy rate is 79.28%, while the female literacy rate is 70.69%.