Dafalapur
Dafalapur is a village located in Jat tehsil of Sangli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Jat (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Sangli. As per 2009 stats, Dafalapur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dafalapur unique in its vibrant Jat-Sangli region. You’ll see Dafalapur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dafalapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dafalapur is 568836. The village spans a total geographical area of 4543 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416402. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is nearest town to Dafalapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dafalapur 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 Jat Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sangli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dafalapur
Population of Dafalapur
According to the 2011 Census, Dafalapur has a total population of about 7,591, with approximately 3,878 males and 3,713 females. The sex ratio is around 957 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 881 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,131 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 90. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.86%, with male literacy at about 73.26% and female literacy near 64.26%. There are around 1,586 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dafalapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,591 | 3,878 | 3,713 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 881 | 477 | 404 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,131 | 557 | 574 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 90 | 49 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 5,227 | 2,841 | 2,386 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,364 | 1,037 | 1,327 |
Connectivity of Dafalapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dafalapur. As per the 2011 stats, Dafalapur 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 Dafalapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Dafalapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dafalapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dafalapur
- Where is Dafalapur located?
- Dafalapur village is situated in Jat Tehsil, within the Sangli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dafalapur?
- Dafalapur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dafalapur?
- The pincode of Dafalapur is 416402, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dafalapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dafalapur is 7,591, with 3,878 males and 3,713 females.
- How many households are there in Dafalapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dafalapur village has a total of 1,586 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dafalapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dafalapur is 68.86%. The male literacy rate is 73.26%, while the female literacy rate is 64.26%.