Dak

Dak is a village located in Forbesganj subdivision of Araria district in Bihar, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Forbesganj (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Araria. As per 2009 stats, Haripur is the gram panchayat of Dak village.

Dak has its own place in the vibrant Araria 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 Dak

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dak is 221611. The village spans a total geographical area of 225 hectares. Farbisganj is nearest town to Dak village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

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Population of Dak

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,537 814 723
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 313 159 154
Scheduled Castes (SC) 501 245 256
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 681 429 252
Illiterate Population 856 385 471

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

  • The total population of Dak village is around 1,537, including approximately 814 males and 723 females, with a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 313 children aged 0–6 years in Dak village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dak village has 501 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Dak village is about 44.31%, with male literacy at 52.70% and female literacy at 34.85%.
  • There are around 304 households in Dak village.

Connectivity of Dak

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

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

Nearby Villages of Dak

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

Gogi Pothia Hatpothia Baijnathpur Bishunpur Parwaha Haripur Rampur Phena Bhadesar Dhanpura

Frequently Asked Questions about Dak

Where is Dak located?
Dak village is situated in Forbesganj Subdivision, within the Araria district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dak?
The Gram Panchayat of Dak is Haripur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Dak as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dak is 1,537, with 814 males and 723 females.
How many households are there in Dak as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dak village has a total of 304 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dak as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dak is 44.31%. The male literacy rate is 52.70%, while the female literacy rate is 34.85%.