Dhekiajan

Dhekiajan is a village located in Sitai subdivision of Koch Bihar district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.6km away from sub-district headquarter Sitai (tehsildar office) and 43.6km away from district headquarter Cooch Behar. As per 2009 stats, Brahmottar Chatra is the gram panchayat of Dhekiajan village.

Dhekiajan has its own place in the vibrant Koch Bihar 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 Dhekiajan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhekiajan is 308729. The village spans a total geographical area of 132.35 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 736172. Dinhata is nearest town to Dhekiajan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.

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Population of Dhekiajan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 689 347 342
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 80 39 41
Scheduled Castes (SC) 674 340 334
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 2 1 1
Literate Population 409 235 174
Illiterate Population 280 112 168

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

  • The total population of Dhekiajan village is around 689, including approximately 347 males and 342 females, with a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 80 children aged 0–6 years in Dhekiajan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dhekiajan village has 674 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Dhekiajan village is about 59.36%, with male literacy at 67.72% and female literacy at 50.88%.
  • There are around 176 households in Dhekiajan village.

Connectivity of Dhekiajan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhekiajan. As per the 2011 stats, Dhekiajan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dhekiajan

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Dhekiajan

Where is Dhekiajan located?
Dhekiajan village is situated in Sitai Subdivision, within the Koch Bihar district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhekiajan?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhekiajan is Brahmottar Chatra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dhekiajan?
The pincode of Dhekiajan is 736172, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhekiajan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhekiajan is 689, with 347 males and 342 females.
How many households are there in Dhekiajan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhekiajan village has a total of 176 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhekiajan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhekiajan is 59.36%. The male literacy rate is 67.72%, while the female literacy rate is 50.88%.