Dak
About Dak
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dak village is 008567. Dak village is located in Nurpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 84km away from district headquarter Nurpur. Nurpur is the sub-district headquarter of Dak village. As per 2009 stats, Dak village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 109.66 hectares. Dak has a total population of 1,256 peoples, out of which male population is 653 while female population is 603. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 923 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dak village is 79.54% out of which 85.30% males and 73.30% females are literate. There are about 268 houses in dak village. Pincode of dak village locality is 176051.
When it comes to administration, Dak village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Dak village comes under Fatehpur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Nurpur is nearest town to dak village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Dak
The population details of Dak cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,256 | 653 | 603 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 117 | 65 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 139 | 78 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 999 | 557 | 442 |
| Illiterate Population | 257 | 96 | 161 |
Connectivity of Dak
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dak
Where is Dak located?
Dak village is situated in Nurpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dak?
Dak serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Dak?
The pincode of Dak is 176051, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dak as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dak is 1,256, with 653 males and 603 females.
How many households are there in Dak as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dak village has a total of 268 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dak as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dak is 79.54%. The male literacy rate is 85.30%, while the female literacy rate is 73.30%.