Dakra

Dakra is a village located in Amdabad subdivision of Katihar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Amdabad (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Katihar. As per 2009 stats, Baida is the gram panchayat of Dakra village.

Dakra has its own place in the vibrant Katihar 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 225754. The village spans a total geographical area of 29.3 hectares. Katihar is nearest town to Dakra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km 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 738 377 361
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 155 76 79
Scheduled Castes (SC) 114 60 54
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 136 62 74
Literate Population 242 128 114
Illiterate Population 496 249 247

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

  • The total population of Dakra village is around 738, including approximately 377 males and 361 females, with a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 155 children aged 0–6 years in Dakra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dakra village has 114 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 136 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Dakra village is about 32.79%, with male literacy at 33.95% and female literacy at 31.58%.
  • There are around 136 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 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 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.

Dewa Lachhmipur Dumaria Bhornathi Baida Rosnamal Dilli Diwanganj Dakra Chilhania Singhia Dakra English Lakhanpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Dakra

Where is Dakra located?
Dakra village is situated in Amdabad Subdivision, within the Katihar district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dakra?
The Gram Panchayat of Dakra is Baida (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Dakra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dakra is 738, with 377 males and 361 females.
How many households are there in Dakra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dakra village has a total of 136 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dakra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dakra is 32.79%. The male literacy rate is 33.95%, while the female literacy rate is 31.58%.