Dagad
Dagad is a village located in Manavadar taluka of Junagadh district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Manavadar (tehsildar office) and 34km away from district headquarter Junagadh. As per 2009 stats, Dagad village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dagad unique in its vibrant Manavadar-Junagadh region. You’ll see Dagad’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 Dagad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dagad is 514381. The village spans a total geographical area of 482.35 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 362630. Manavadar is nearest town to Dagad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dagad 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 Manavadar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Porbandar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dagad
Population of Dagad
According to the 2011 Census, Dagad has a total population of about 823, with approximately 420 males and 403 females. The sex ratio is around 959 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 74 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 14 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 73.03%, with male literacy at about 80.00% and female literacy near 65.76%. There are around 174 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dagad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 823 | 420 | 403 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 41 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 601 | 336 | 265 |
| Illiterate Population | 222 | 84 | 138 |
Connectivity of Dagad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dagad. As per the 2011 stats, Dagad 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 <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dagad
Knowing the nearby villages of Dagad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dagad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dagad
- Where is Dagad located?
- Dagad village is situated in Manavadar Taluka, within the Junagadh district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dagad?
- Dagad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dagad?
- The pincode of Dagad is 362630, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dagad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dagad is 823, with 420 males and 403 females.
- How many households are there in Dagad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dagad village has a total of 174 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dagad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dagad is 73.03%. The male literacy rate is 80.00%, while the female literacy rate is 65.76%.