Dhekwah

Dhekwah is a village located in Marihan tehsil of Mirzapur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Marihan (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Mirzapur. As per 2009 stats, Rajapur is the gram panchayat of Dhekwah village.

Dhekwah has its own place in the vibrant Mirzapur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Dhekwah

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhekwah is 212248. The village spans a total geographical area of 323.18 hectares. Mirzapur is nearest town to Dhekwah village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.

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Population of Dhekwah

Below is a concise population overview of Dhekwah as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 350 191 159
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 60 37 23
Scheduled Castes (SC) 206 115 91
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 117 80 37
Illiterate Population 233 111 122

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dhekwah village:

  • The total population of Dhekwah village is around 350, including approximately 191 males and 159 females, with a sex ratio of 832 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 60 children aged 0–6 years in Dhekwah village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dhekwah village has 206 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Dhekwah village is about 33.43%, with male literacy at 41.88% and female literacy at 23.27%.
  • There are around 74 households in Dhekwah village.

Connectivity of Dhekwah

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhekwah. As per the 2011 stats, Dhekwah 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Dhekwah

Knowing the nearby villages of Dhekwah helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhekwah.

Rajauhan Patehara Khurd Basuhar Sherua Raikara Rajapur Kashopur Naudiha Halalpur Atari Bishunpur Darhia

Frequently Asked Questions about Dhekwah

Where is Dhekwah located?
Dhekwah village is situated in Marihan Tehsil, within the Mirzapur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhekwah?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhekwah is Rajapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Dhekwah as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhekwah is 350, with 191 males and 159 females.
How many households are there in Dhekwah as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhekwah village has a total of 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhekwah as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhekwah is 33.43%. The male literacy rate is 41.88%, while the female literacy rate is 23.27%.