Daukapa
Daukapa is a village located in Lormi tehsil of Bilaspur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Lormi (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Bilaspur. As per 2009 stats, Daukapa village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Daukapa unique in its vibrant Lormi-Bilaspur region. You’ll see Daukapa’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Daukapa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Daukapa is 437721. The village spans a total geographical area of 269.08 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495115. Lormi is nearest town to Daukapa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Daukapa village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Lormi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Daukapa
Population of Daukapa
According to the 2011 Census, Daukapa has a total population of about 1,613, with approximately 818 males and 795 females. The sex ratio is around 971 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 314 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 70 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 282. The overall literacy rate is approximately 45.01%, with male literacy at about 56.60% and female literacy near 33.08%. There are around 324 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Daukapa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,613 | 818 | 795 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 314 | 157 | 157 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 29 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 282 | 133 | 149 |
| Literate Population | 726 | 463 | 263 |
| Illiterate Population | 887 | 355 | 532 |
Connectivity of Daukapa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Daukapa. As per the 2011 stats, Daukapa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Daukapa
Knowing the nearby villages of Daukapa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Daukapa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Daukapa
- Where is Daukapa located?
- Daukapa village is situated in Lormi Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Daukapa?
- Daukapa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Daukapa?
- The pincode of Daukapa is 495115, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Daukapa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Daukapa is 1,613, with 818 males and 795 females.
- How many households are there in Daukapa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Daukapa village has a total of 324 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Daukapa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Daukapa is 45.01%. The male literacy rate is 56.60%, while the female literacy rate is 33.08%.