Dakra

Dakra is a village located in Makhdumpur subdivision of Jehanabad district in Bihar, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Makhdumpur (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Jehanabad . As per 2009 stats, Dakra village is also a gram panchayat.

Dakra has its own place in the vibrant Jehanabad 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 Dakra

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dakra is 260487. The village spans a total geographical area of 396 hectares. Makhdumpur is nearest town to Dakra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.

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Population of Dakra

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,713 1,887 1,826
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 816 431 385
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,458 729 729
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 1 N/A
Literate Population 1,555 899 656
Illiterate Population 2,158 988 1,170

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

  • The total population of Dakra village is around 3,713, including approximately 1,887 males and 1,826 females, with a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 816 children aged 0–6 years in Dakra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dakra village has 1,458 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Dakra village is about 41.88%, with male literacy at 47.64% and female literacy at 35.93%.
  • There are around 638 households in Dakra village.

Connectivity of Dakra

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dakra. As per the 2011 stats, Dakra 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 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Dakra

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

Makarpur Damodarpur Kukri Bigha Chandai Keam Chak Daulatpur Mekhpa Manhgupur Kharauna Chalis Kurwa Amsara

Frequently Asked Questions about Dakra

Where is Dakra located?
Dakra village is situated in Makhdumpur Subdivision, within the Jehanabad district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dakra?
Dakra serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Dakra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dakra is 3,713, with 1,887 males and 1,826 females.
How many households are there in Dakra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dakra village has a total of 638 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dakra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dakra is 41.88%. The male literacy rate is 47.64%, while the female literacy rate is 35.93%.