Dahad

Dahad is a village located in Sonbarsa subdivision of Saharsa district in Bihar, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Sonbarsa (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Saharsa. As per 2009 stats, Dehad is the gram panchayat of Dahad village.

Dahad has its own place in the vibrant Saharsa 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 Dahad

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dahad is 226537. The village spans a total geographical area of 387.6 hectares. Saharasa is nearest town to Dahad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.

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Population of Dahad

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,996 2,494 2,502
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,101 564 537
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,708 833 875
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,905 1,125 780
Illiterate Population 3,091 1,369 1,722

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

  • The total population of Dahad village is around 4,996, including approximately 2,494 males and 2,502 females, with a sex ratio of 1003 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,101 children aged 0–6 years in Dahad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dahad village has 1,708 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Dahad village is about 38.13%, with male literacy at 45.11% and female literacy at 31.18%.
  • There are around 1,002 households in Dahad village.

Connectivity of Dahad

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

Nearby Villages of Dahad

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

Harpur Sahmaura Soha Manori Sonbarsa Padumpur Maina Fatehpur Pararia Behta Sahsaul

Frequently Asked Questions about Dahad

Where is Dahad located?
Dahad village is situated in Sonbarsa Subdivision, within the Saharsa district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dahad?
The Gram Panchayat of Dahad is Dehad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Dahad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dahad is 4,996, with 2,494 males and 2,502 females.
How many households are there in Dahad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dahad village has a total of 1,002 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dahad as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dahad is 38.13%. The male literacy rate is 45.11%, while the female literacy rate is 31.18%.