Dapura
Dapura is a village located in Murtijapur tehsil of Akola district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Murtijapur (tehsildar office) and 66km away from district headquarter Akola. As per 2009 stats, Dapura village is also a gram panchayat.
Dapura has its own place in the vibrant Akola 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 Dapura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dapura is 530183. The village spans a total geographical area of 377.53 hectares. Murtijapur is nearest town to Dapura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dapura village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Murtijapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Akola Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dapura
Population of Dapura
Below is a concise population overview of Dapura as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 427 | 219 | 208 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 30 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 156 | 78 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 33 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 321 | 180 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 39 | 67 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dapura village:
- The total population of Dapura village is around 427, including approximately 219 males and 208 females, with a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 57 children aged 0–6 years in Dapura village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dapura village has 156 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 63 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dapura village is about 75.18%, with male literacy at 82.19% and female literacy at 67.79%.
- There are around 110 households in Dapura village.
Connectivity of Dapura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dapura. As per the 2011 stats, Dapura 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dapura
Knowing the nearby villages of Dapura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dapura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dapura
- Where is Dapura located?
- Dapura village is situated in Murtijapur Tehsil, within the Akola district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dapura?
- Dapura serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Dapura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dapura is 427, with 219 males and 208 females.
- How many households are there in Dapura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dapura village has a total of 110 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dapura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dapura is 75.18%. The male literacy rate is 82.19%, while the female literacy rate is 67.79%.