Dapka - Nilanga, Latur
Dapka is a village situated in the Nilanga tehsil of Latur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nilanga and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Latur. Dapka village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dapka is 560760. The village covers a total geographical area of 816.74 hectares and falls under the 413530 pincode. Nilanga is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Dapka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nilanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Latur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dapka
As per Census 2011, Dapka village has a total population of 5,031 people, consisting of 2,620 males and 2,411 females. The village has 1,004 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 637 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,779 literate and 1,252 illiterate residents. Additionally, 785 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 178 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dapka are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Dapka
Dapka 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mubarakpur | West | 1.97 km |
| Lambota | North-East | 2.65 km |
| Gurhal | East | 4.13 km |
| Umarga [hadga] | North-West | 4.28 km |
| Jauwadi | South-West | 5.01 km |
| Jajnur | East | 5.03 km |
| Jau | West | 5.58 km |
| Rathoda | North | 5.83 km |
| Hadga | North-West | 6.11 km |
| Palapur | South | 6.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dapka
Dapka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bhatangli, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nilanga to Dapka is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Latur to Dapka is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dapka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dapka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dapka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dapka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dapka
Where is Dapka located?
Dapka village is located in Nilanga Tehsil, Latur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dapka?
Dapka is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dapka?
The pincode of Dapka is 413530.
What is the population of Dapka?
Dapka has a total population of 5,031, including 2,620 males and 2,411 females.
How many households are there in Dapka?
There are 1,004 households in Dapka.
What is the literacy rate in Dapka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dapka is 75.11%. Male literacy is 78.32% and female literacy is 71.63%.