Dapka
Dapka is a village located in Nilanga tehsil of Latur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Nilanga (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Latur. As per 2009 stats, Dapka village is also a gram panchayat.
Dapka has its own place in the vibrant Latur 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 Dapka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dapka is 560760. The village spans a total geographical area of 816.74 hectares. Nilanga is nearest town to Dapka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dapka 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 Nilanga Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Latur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dapka
Population of Dapka
Below is a concise population overview of Dapka 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 | 5,031 | 2,620 | 2,411 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 637 | 362 | 275 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 785 | 416 | 369 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 178 | 101 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 3,779 | 2,052 | 1,727 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,252 | 568 | 684 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dapka village:
- The total population of Dapka village is around 5,031, including approximately 2,620 males and 2,411 females, with a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 637 children aged 0–6 years in Dapka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dapka village has 785 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 178 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dapka village is about 75.11%, with male literacy at 78.32% and female literacy at 71.63%.
- There are around 1,004 households in Dapka village.
Connectivity of Dapka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dapka. As per the 2011 stats, Dapka 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dapka
Knowing the nearby villages of Dapka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dapka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dapka
- Where is Dapka located?
- Dapka village is situated in Nilanga Tehsil, within the Latur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dapka?
- Dapka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Dapka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dapka is 5,031, with 2,620 males and 2,411 females.
- How many households are there in Dapka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dapka village has a total of 1,004 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dapka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dapka is 75.11%. The male literacy rate is 78.32%, while the female literacy rate is 71.63%.