Dafer - Jhanduta, Bilaspur
Dafer is a village situated in the Jhanduta tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Dahad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dafer village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dafer is 019338. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.05 hectares and falls under the 174034 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Dafer village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jhanduta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dafer
According to the 2011 Census, Dafer village had a total population of 210 people, including 109 males and 101 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.39%, with male literacy at 96.74% and female literacy at 88.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 72.
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 | 210 | 109 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 17 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 38 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 170 | 89 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 20 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Dafer
Dafer 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 Dafer
Public transport in the Dafer is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Dafer is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dafer
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dafer village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dafer
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dafer village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dafer
Where is Dafer located?
Dafer village is located in Jhanduta Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dafer?
The Gram Panchayat of Dafer is Dahad.
What is the pincode of Dafer?
The pincode of Dafer is 174034.
What is the population of Dafer?
Dafer had a total population of 210, including 109 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Dafer?
Dafer had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dafer?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dafer was 92.39%. Male literacy was 96.74% and female literacy was 88.04%.