Dahad
Dahad is a village located in Jhanduta tehsil of Bilaspur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 18km away from district headquarter Jhanduta. Jhanduta is the sub-district headquarter of Dahad village. As per 2009 stats, Dahad village is also a gram panchayat.
Dahad has its own place in the vibrant Bilaspur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Dahad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dahad is 019359. The village spans a total geographical area of 202.66 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 174031. Bilaspur is nearest town to Dahad village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Dahad 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 Dahad
Population of Dahad
Below is a concise population overview of Dahad as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 738 | 359 | 379 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 37 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 301 | 146 | 155 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 564 | 294 | 270 |
| Illiterate Population | 174 | 65 | 109 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dahad village:
- The total population of Dahad village is around 738, including approximately 359 males and 379 females, with a sex ratio of 1055 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 77 children aged 0–6 years in Dahad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dahad village has 301 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dahad village is about 76.42%, with male literacy at 81.89% and female literacy at 71.24%.
- There are around 165 households in Dahad village.
Connectivity of Dahad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dahad. As per the 2011 stats, Dahad 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 Dahad
Knowing the nearby villages of Dahad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dahad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dahad
- Where is Dahad located?
- Dahad village is situated in Jhanduta Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dahad?
- Dahad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dahad?
- The pincode of Dahad is 174031, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dahad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dahad is 738, with 359 males and 379 females.
- How many households are there in Dahad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dahad village has a total of 165 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dahad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dahad is 76.42%. The male literacy rate is 81.89%, while the female literacy rate is 71.24%.