Dakad - Rahe, Ranchi
Dakad is a village situated in the Rahe subdivision of Ranchi district, Jharkhand. Dokad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dakad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dakad is 373778. The village covers a total geographical area of 921 hectares and falls under the 834001 pincode.
Dakad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Silli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranchi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dakad
As per Census 2011, Dakad village has a total population of 1,978 people, consisting of 991 males and 987 females. The village has 463 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 275 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,215 literate and 763 illiterate residents. Additionally, 93 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 408 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dakad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,978 | 991 | 987 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 275 | 143 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 52 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 408 | 193 | 215 |
| Literate Population | 1,215 | 747 | 468 |
| Illiterate Population | 763 | 244 | 519 |
Nearby Villages of Dakad
Dakad is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Suarmara | South-West | 1.82 km |
| Bela | North-East | 2.14 km |
| Gomda | South | 2.47 km |
| Bundiaru | North-East | 2.59 km |
| Rahe | South | 3.09 km |
| Chainpur | East | 3.18 km |
| Nichintpur | East | 3.28 km |
| Domandih | South-East | 3.28 km |
| Burhadih | South-East | 3.30 km |
| Maheshpur | South | 3.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dakad
Dakad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gautamdhara, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Dakad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dakad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dakad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dakad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Dakad
Where is Dakad located?
Dakad village is located in Rahe Subdivision, Ranchi district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dakad?
The Gram Panchayat of Dakad is Dokad.
What is the pincode of Dakad?
The pincode of Dakad is 834001.
What is the population of Dakad?
Dakad has a total population of 1,978, including 991 males and 987 females.
How many households are there in Dakad?
There are 463 households in Dakad.
What is the literacy rate in Dakad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dakad is 61.43%. Male literacy is 75.38% and female literacy is 47.42%.