Dakra - Kurtha, Arwal
Dakra is a village situated in the Kurtha subdivision of Arwal district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kurtha and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Arwal. Embrahimpur Panchayat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dakra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dakra is 260872. The village covers a total geographical area of 69 hectares and falls under the 804421 pincode. Arwal is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Dakra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dakra
As per Census 2011, Dakra village has a total population of 1,176 people, consisting of 621 males and 555 females. The village has 199 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 207 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 756 literate and 420 illiterate residents. Additionally, 122 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dakra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,176 | 621 | 555 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 207 | 120 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 122 | 70 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 756 | 431 | 325 |
| Illiterate Population | 420 | 190 | 230 |
Nearby Villages of Dakra
Dakra is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dakra
Public transport in the Dakra is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arwal to Dakra is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dakra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dakra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dakra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dakra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dakra
Where is Dakra located?
Dakra village is located in Kurtha Subdivision, Arwal district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dakra?
The Gram Panchayat of Dakra is Embrahimpur Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dakra?
The pincode of Dakra is 804421.
What is the population of Dakra?
Dakra has a total population of 1,176, including 621 males and 555 females.
How many households are there in Dakra?
There are 199 households in Dakra.
What is the literacy rate in Dakra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dakra is 64.29%. Male literacy is 69.40% and female literacy is 58.56%.