Dakana
Dakana is a village located in Talaja taluka of Bhavnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Talaja (tehsildar office) and 57km away from district headquarter Bhavnagar. As per 2009 stats, Dakana village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dakana unique in its vibrant Talaja-Bhavnagar region. You’ll see Dakana’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 Dakana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dakana is 516634. The village spans a total geographical area of 594.73 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 364140. Talaja is nearest town to Dakana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Dakana
Population of Dakana
According to the 2011 Census, Dakana has a total population of about 3,134, with approximately 1,634 males and 1,500 females. The sex ratio is around 917 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 432 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 148 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.02%, with male literacy at about 70.26% and female literacy near 42.60%. There are around 574 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dakana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,134 | 1,634 | 1,500 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 432 | 222 | 210 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 148 | 83 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,787 | 1,148 | 639 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,347 | 486 | 861 |
Connectivity of Dakana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dakana. As per the 2011 stats, Dakana 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dakana
Knowing the nearby villages of Dakana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dakana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dakana
- Where is Dakana located?
- Dakana village is situated in Talaja Taluka, within the Bhavnagar district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dakana?
- Dakana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dakana?
- The pincode of Dakana is 364140, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dakana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dakana is 3,134, with 1,634 males and 1,500 females.
- How many households are there in Dakana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dakana village has a total of 574 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dakana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dakana is 57.02%. The male literacy rate is 70.26%, while the female literacy rate is 42.60%.