Dhukuria
About Dhukuria
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dhukuria village is 306534. Dhukuria village is located in Matigara subdivision of Darjiling district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.7km away from sub-district headquarter Kadamtala. Darjiling is the district headquarter of Dhukuria village. As per 2009 stats, Patharghata is the gram panchayat of Dhukuria village.
The total geographical area of village is 242 hectares. Dhukuria has a total population of 1,783 peoples, out of which male population is 882 while female population is 901. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1021 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dhukuria village is 66.18% out of which 73.13% males and 59.38% females are literate. There are about 369 houses in dhukuria village. Pincode of dhukuria village locality is 734010.
When it comes to administration, Dhukuria 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, Dhukuria village comes under Matigara-naxalbari Vidhan Sabha constituency & Darjeeling Lok Sabha constituency. Siliguri is nearest town to dhukuria village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Dhukuria
The population details of Dhukuria cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,783 | 882 | 901 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 230 | 116 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 890 | 455 | 435 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 484 | 238 | 246 |
| Literate Population | 1,180 | 645 | 535 |
| Illiterate Population | 603 | 237 | 366 |
Connectivity of Dhukuria
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dhukuria
Where is Dhukuria located?
Dhukuria village is situated in Matigara Subdivision, within the Darjiling district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhukuria?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhukuria is Patharghata (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dhukuria?
The pincode of Dhukuria is 734010, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhukuria as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhukuria is 1,783, with 882 males and 901 females.
How many households are there in Dhukuria as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhukuria village has a total of 369 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhukuria as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhukuria is 66.18%. The male literacy rate is 73.13%, while the female literacy rate is 59.38%.