Daphale
Daphale is a village located in Lanja tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Lanja (tehsildar office) and 73km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Khochri is the gram panchayat of Daphale village.
Daphale has its own place in the vibrant Ratnagiri 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 Daphale
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Daphale is 565963. The village spans a total geographical area of 424 hectares. Rajapur is nearest town to Daphale village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
When it comes to local governance, Daphale 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 Rajapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Daphale
Population of Daphale
Below is a concise population overview of Daphale 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 | 583 | 253 | 330 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 28 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 323 | 169 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 260 | 84 | 176 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Daphale village:
- The total population of Daphale village is around 583, including approximately 253 males and 330 females, with a sex ratio of 1304 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 63 children aged 0–6 years in Daphale village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- The literacy rate of Daphale village is about 55.40%, with male literacy at 66.80% and female literacy at 46.67%.
- There are around 140 households in Daphale village.
Connectivity of Daphale
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Daphale. As per the 2011 stats, Daphale 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 Daphale
Knowing the nearby villages of Daphale helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Daphale.
Frequently Asked Questions about Daphale
- Where is Daphale located?
- Daphale village is situated in Lanja Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Daphale?
- The Gram Panchayat of Daphale is Khochri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Daphale as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Daphale is 583, with 253 males and 330 females.
- How many households are there in Daphale as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Daphale village has a total of 140 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Daphale as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Daphale is 55.40%. The male literacy rate is 66.80%, while the female literacy rate is 46.67%.