In the Indian state of Assam’s Sonitpur district sits the town and municipal board of Dhekiajuli.

Characteristics
There are 21,579 people living in Dhekiajuli as of the 2011 India census. 51.42% of the population is male, while 48.58% is female. The average literacy rate in Dhekiajuli is 81.41%, which is higher than the 74.04% national average. The literacy rate for men is 85.07%, compared to 77.54% for women. The percentage of people under six is 9.58%. The town is a somewhat active center for commercial activity.[Reference required] Both a daily and weekly market are held, with a large number of retail sellers, individuals selling their own goods, and local products.[Reference required] Sundays are when the weekly market is open.