Dapka
Dapka is a village located in Khairagarh tehsil of Rajnandgaon district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Khairagarh (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Rajnandgaon. As per 2009 stats, Dapka village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dapka unique in its vibrant Khairagarh-Rajnandgaon region. You’ll see Dapka’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 Dapka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dapka is 440439. The village spans a total geographical area of 612.88 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491881. Khairagarh is nearest town to Dapka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
Google Map of Dapka
Population of Dapka
According to the 2011 Census, Dapka has a total population of about 1,462, with approximately 752 males and 710 females. The sex ratio is around 944 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 249 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 319 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 35. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.87%, with male literacy at about 61.30% and female literacy near 43.94%. There are around 328 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dapka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,462 | 752 | 710 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 249 | 140 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 319 | 153 | 166 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 773 | 461 | 312 |
| Illiterate Population | 689 | 291 | 398 |
Connectivity of Dapka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dapka. As per the 2011 stats, Dapka 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 Dapka
Knowing the nearby villages of Dapka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dapka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dapka
- Where is Dapka located?
- Dapka village is situated in Khairagarh Tehsil, within the Rajnandgaon district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dapka?
- Dapka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dapka?
- The pincode of Dapka is 491881, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dapka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dapka is 1,462, with 752 males and 710 females.
- How many households are there in Dapka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dapka village has a total of 328 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dapka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dapka is 52.87%. The male literacy rate is 61.30%, while the female literacy rate is 43.94%.