Dhurkot
Dhurkot is a village located in Raikot tehsil of Ludhiana district in Punjab, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Raikot (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Ludhiana. As per 2009 stats, Dhurkot village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dhurkot unique in its vibrant Raikot-Ludhiana region. You’ll see Dhurkot’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 Dhurkot
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhurkot is 033738. The village spans a total geographical area of 393 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 141119. Raikot is nearest town to Dhurkot village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Dhurkot
Population of Dhurkot
According to the 2011 Census, Dhurkot has a total population of about 924, with approximately 496 males and 428 females. The sex ratio is around 862 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 90 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 148 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 68.72%, with male literacy at about 70.16% and female literacy near 67.06%. There are around 175 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhurkot's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 924 | 496 | 428 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 47 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 148 | 81 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 635 | 348 | 287 |
| Illiterate Population | 289 | 148 | 141 |
Connectivity of Dhurkot
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhurkot. As per the 2011 stats, Dhurkot had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhurkot
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhurkot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhurkot.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhurkot
- Where is Dhurkot located?
- Dhurkot village is situated in Raikot Tehsil, within the Ludhiana district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhurkot?
- Dhurkot serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dhurkot?
- The pincode of Dhurkot is 141119, 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 924, with 496 males and 428 females.
- How many households are there in Dhurkot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhurkot village has a total of 175 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhurkot as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhurkot is 68.72%. The male literacy rate is 70.16%, while the female literacy rate is 67.06%.