Dafer
Dafer is a village located in Jhanduta tehsil of Bilaspur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 28km away from district headquarter Jhanduta. Jhanduta is the sub-district headquarter of Dafer village. As per 2009 stats, Dahad is the gram panchayat of Dafer village.
Here you can discover what makes Dafer unique in its vibrant Jhanduta-Bilaspur region. You’ll see Dafer’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 Dafer
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dafer is 019338. The village spans a total geographical area of 61.05 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 174034. Ghumarwin is nearest town to Dafer village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Dafer 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 Jhanduta Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dafer
Population of Dafer
According to the 2011 Census, Dafer has a total population of about 210, with approximately 109 males and 101 females. The sex ratio is around 926 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 26 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 72 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 80.95%, with male literacy at about 81.65% and female literacy near 80.20%. There are around 52 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dafer's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 170 | 89 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 20 | 20 |
Connectivity of Dafer
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dafer. As per the 2011 stats, Dafer 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dafer
Knowing the nearby villages of Dafer helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dafer.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dafer
- Where is Dafer located?
- Dafer village is situated in Jhanduta Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dafer?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dafer is Dahad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dafer?
- The pincode of Dafer is 174034, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dafer as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dafer is 210, with 109 males and 101 females.
- How many households are there in Dafer as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dafer village has a total of 52 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dafer as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dafer is 80.95%. The male literacy rate is 81.65%, while the female literacy rate is 80.20%.