Dadka - Sami, Patan
Dadka is a village situated in the Sami taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sami and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Patan. Dadka village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dadka is 508990. The village covers a total geographical area of 1005.01 hectares and falls under the 384245 pincode. Radhanpur is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Dadka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Radhanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dadka
According to the 2011 Census, Dadka village had a total population of 821 people, including 419 males and 402 females, living in 169 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.50%, with male literacy at 87.83% and female literacy at 56.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 32.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 821 | 419 | 402 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 41 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 530 | 332 | 198 |
| Illiterate Population | 291 | 87 | 204 |
Nearby Villages of Dadka
Dadka is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dadka
Dadka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Radhanpur to Dadka is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Dadka is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dadka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dadka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dadka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dadka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dadka
Where is Dadka located?
Dadka village is located in Sami Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dadka?
Dadka is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dadka?
The pincode of Dadka is 384245.
What is the population of Dadka?
Dadka had a total population of 821, including 419 males and 402 females.
How many households are there in Dadka?
Dadka had 169 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dadka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dadka was 72.50%. Male literacy was 87.83% and female literacy was 56.09%.