Dada - Dadasiba, Kangra
Dada is a village situated in the Dadasiba tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 85 km from Dharmsala. Dadasiba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dada is 010696. The village covers a total geographical area of 89.78 hectares and falls under the 177106 pincode. Dera Gopipur is the nearest town.
Dada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaswan-Pragpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dada
According to the 2011 Census, Dada village had a total population of 918 people, including 442 males and 476 females, living in 201 households. The sex ratio was 1,077 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.28%, with male literacy at 95.25% and female literacy at 87.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 159.
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 | 918 | 442 | 476 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 63 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 159 | 72 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 743 | 361 | 382 |
| Illiterate Population | 175 | 81 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Dada
Dada 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 Dada
Dada 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 | 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 Dharmsala to Dada is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dada
Where is Dada located?
Dada village is located in Dadasiba Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dada?
The Gram Panchayat of Dada is Dadasiba.
What is the pincode of Dada?
The pincode of Dada is 177106.
What is the population of Dada?
Dada had a total population of 918, including 442 males and 476 females.
How many households are there in Dada?
Dada had 201 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dada was 91.28%. Male literacy was 95.25% and female literacy was 87.82%.