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.
Dafalapur has its own place in the vibrant Sangli 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 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.
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Population of Dafalapur
Below is a concise population overview of Dafalapur 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dafalapur village:
- The total population of Dafalapur village is around 7,591, including approximately 3,878 males and 3,713 females, with a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 881 children aged 0–6 years in Dafalapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dafalapur village has 1,131 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 90 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dafalapur village is about 68.86%, with male literacy at 73.26% and female literacy at 64.26%.
- There are around 1,586 households in Dafalapur village.
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%.