Dhurkar
Dhurkar is a village located in Marihan tehsil of Mirzapur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Marihan (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Mirzapur. As per 2009 stats, Dhurkar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dhurkar unique in its vibrant Marihan-Mirzapur region. You’ll see Dhurkar’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 Dhurkar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhurkar is 212288. The village spans a total geographical area of 739 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 231210. Marihan is nearest town to Dhurkar village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Dhurkar
Population of Dhurkar
According to the 2011 Census, Dhurkar has a total population of about 3,232, with approximately 1,667 males and 1,565 females. The sex ratio is around 938 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 559 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,467 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 164. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.24%, with male literacy at about 58.43% and female literacy near 37.38%. There are around 571 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhurkar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,232 | 1,667 | 1,565 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 559 | 275 | 284 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,467 | 758 | 709 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 164 | 83 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 1,559 | 974 | 585 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,673 | 693 | 980 |
Connectivity of Dhurkar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhurkar. As per the 2011 stats, Dhurkar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhurkar
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhurkar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhurkar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhurkar
- Where is Dhurkar located?
- Dhurkar village is situated in Marihan Tehsil, within the Mirzapur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhurkar?
- Dhurkar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dhurkar?
- The pincode of Dhurkar is 231210, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dhurkar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhurkar is 3,232, with 1,667 males and 1,565 females.
- How many households are there in Dhurkar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhurkar village has a total of 571 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhurkar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhurkar is 48.24%. The male literacy rate is 58.43%, while the female literacy rate is 37.38%.