Dheka

Dheka is a village located in Manbazar I subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.7km away from sub-district headquarter Manbazar (tehsildar office) and 56.8km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Chandra Pairachali is the gram panchayat of Dheka village.

Dheka has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya 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 Dheka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dheka is 332018. The village spans a total geographical area of 29.41 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723131. Puruliya is nearest town to Dheka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 68km away.

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Population of Dheka

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 181 88 93
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 22 14 8
Scheduled Castes (SC) 179 88 91
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 93 59 34
Illiterate Population 88 29 59

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

  • The total population of Dheka village is around 181, including approximately 88 males and 93 females, with a sex ratio of 1056 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 22 children aged 0–6 years in Dheka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dheka village has 179 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Dheka village is about 51.38%, with male literacy at 67.05% and female literacy at 36.56%.
  • There are around 31 households in Dheka village.

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)
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

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.

Dhabani Panisagora Bankati Simchaka Jaysingpur Bauridiha Gobarda Koldiha Dabar Bagsarka Khayerbani

Frequently Asked Questions about Dheka

Where is Dheka located?
Dheka village is situated in Manbazar I Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dheka?
The Gram Panchayat of Dheka is Chandra Pairachali (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dheka?
The pincode of Dheka is 723131, 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 181, with 88 males and 93 females.
How many households are there in Dheka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dheka village has a total of 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dheka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dheka is 51.38%. The male literacy rate is 67.05%, while the female literacy rate is 36.56%.