Dakaita - Chitrangi, Singrauli
Dakaita is a village situated in the Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrangi and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Ghoghara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dakaita village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dakaita is 503451. The village covers a total geographical area of 39.66 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Morva is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Dakaita village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dakaita
According to the 2011 Census, Dakaita village had a total population of 122 people, including 65 males and 57 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 877 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.67%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 41.86%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 122.
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 | 122 | 65 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 122 | 65 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 54 | 36 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 29 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Dakaita
Dakaita 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 Dakaita
Public transport in the Dakaita is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Morva to Dakaita is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Singrauli to Dakaita is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dakaita
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dakaita village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dakaita
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dakaita 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dakaita
Where is Dakaita located?
Dakaita village is located in Chitrangi Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dakaita?
The Gram Panchayat of Dakaita is Ghoghara.
What is the pincode of Dakaita?
The pincode of Dakaita is 486882.
What is the population of Dakaita?
Dakaita had a total population of 122, including 65 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Dakaita?
Dakaita had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dakaita?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dakaita was 55.67%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 41.86%.