Dheka
Dheka is a village located in Mayureswar Ii subdivision of Birbhum district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.2km away from sub-district headquarter Kotasur (tehsildar office) and 37.1km away from district headquarter Suri. As per 2009 stats, Dheka village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dheka unique in its vibrant Mayureswar Ii-Birbhum region. You’ll see Dheka’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 Dheka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dheka is 316720. The village spans a total geographical area of 112.46 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 731234. Sainthia is nearest town to Dheka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Dheka
Population of Dheka
According to the 2011 Census, Dheka has a total population of about 539, with approximately 270 males and 269 females. The sex ratio is around 996 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 55 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 121 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.27%, with male literacy at about 73.70% and female literacy near 62.83%. There are around 138 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dheka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 539 | 270 | 269 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 30 | 25 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 121 | 55 | 66 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
Literate Population | 368 | 199 | 169 |
Illiterate Population | 171 | 71 | 100 |
Connectivity of Dheka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dheka. As per the 2011 stats, Dheka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dheka
Knowing the nearby villages of Dheka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dheka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dheka
- Where is Dheka located?
- Dheka village is situated in Mayureswar Ii Subdivision, within the Birbhum district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dheka?
- Dheka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dheka?
- The pincode of Dheka is 731234, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dheka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dheka is 539, with 270 males and 269 females.
- How many households are there in Dheka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dheka village has a total of 138 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dheka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dheka is 68.27%. The male literacy rate is 73.70%, while the female literacy rate is 62.83%.