Daka

Daka is a village located in Kangra tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 42km away from district headquarter Kangra. Kangra is the sub-district headquarter of Daka village. As per 2009 stats, Palera is the gram panchayat of Daka village.

Daka has its own place in the vibrant Kangra 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 Daka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Daka is 009763. The village spans a total geographical area of 95.54 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176029. Kangra is nearest town to Daka village for all major economic activities.

As per 2019 stats, Daka village comes under Kangra assembly & parliamentary constituency.

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Population of Daka

Below is a concise population overview of Daka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 558 293 265
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 67 39 28
Scheduled Castes (SC) 36 21 15
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 421 240 181
Illiterate Population 137 53 84

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Daka village:

  • The total population of Daka village is around 558, including approximately 293 males and 265 females, with a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 67 children aged 0–6 years in Daka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Daka village has 36 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Daka village is about 75.45%, with male literacy at 81.91% and female literacy at 68.30%.
  • There are around 105 households in Daka village.

Connectivity of Daka

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Daka. As per the 2011 stats, Daka 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Daka

Knowing the nearby villages of Daka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Daka.

Talla Chakban Gahliyan Pantehr Ghandrun Palera Bamnehr Bandal Gahlian Khas Badi Bahi Chhoti Bahi Rajaur

Frequently Asked Questions about Daka

Where is Daka located?
Daka village is situated in Kangra Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Daka?
The Gram Panchayat of Daka is Palera (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Daka?
The pincode of Daka is 176029, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Daka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Daka is 558, with 293 males and 265 females.
How many households are there in Daka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Daka village has a total of 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Daka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Daka is 75.45%. The male literacy rate is 81.91%, while the female literacy rate is 68.30%.