Dakop

Dakop is a village located in Tikrikilla subdivision of West Garo Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Tikrikilla (tehsildar office) and 72km away from district headquarter Tura.

Dakop has its own place in the vibrant West Garo Hills 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 Dakop

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dakop is 273316. Tikrikilla is nearest town to Dakop village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Dakop

Below is a concise population overview of Dakop as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 731 377 354
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 116 66 50
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 729 377 352
Literate Population 407 215 192
Illiterate Population 324 162 162

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dakop village:

  • The total population of Dakop village is around 731, including approximately 377 males and 354 females, with a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 116 children aged 0–6 years in Dakop village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dakop village has 729 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Dakop village is about 55.68%, with male literacy at 57.03% and female literacy at 54.24%.
  • There are around 144 households in Dakop village.

Connectivity of Dakop

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dakop. As per the 2011 stats, Dakop had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dakop

Knowing the nearby villages of Dakop helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dakop.

Upper Kamari Lower Kamari Nogorpara Matchok Songram Pamila Kalajhar Baghpara Abhirampara Dilsigiri Dhelapara

Frequently Asked Questions about Dakop

Where is Dakop located?
Dakop village is situated in Tikrikilla Subdivision, within the West Garo Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dakop?
The pincode of Dakop is 794109, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dakop as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dakop is 731, with 377 males and 354 females.
How many households are there in Dakop as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dakop village has a total of 144 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dakop as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dakop is 55.68%. The male literacy rate is 57.03%, while the female literacy rate is 54.24%.