Dagan
Dagan is a village located in Balikuda tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Balikuda (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Jagatsinghapur . As per 2009 stats, Adhanga is the gram panchayat of Dagan village.
Here you can discover what makes Dagan unique in its vibrant Balikuda-Jagatsinghapur region. You’ll see Dagan’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 Dagan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dagan is 398339. The village spans a total geographical area of 118 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754140. Jagatsinghapur is nearest town to Dagan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Dagan
Population of Dagan
According to the 2011 Census, Dagan has a total population of about 813, with approximately 388 males and 425 females. The sex ratio is around 1095 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 68 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 337 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.43%, with male literacy at about 77.06% and female literacy near 70.12%. There are around 189 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dagan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 813 | 388 | 425 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 40 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 337 | 157 | 180 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 597 | 299 | 298 |
| Illiterate Population | 216 | 89 | 127 |
Connectivity of Dagan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dagan. As per the 2011 stats, Dagan 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dagan
Knowing the nearby villages of Dagan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dagan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dagan
- Where is Dagan located?
- Dagan village is situated in Balikuda Tehsil, within the Jagatsinghapur district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dagan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dagan is Adhanga (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dagan?
- The pincode of Dagan is 754140, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dagan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dagan is 813, with 388 males and 425 females.
- How many households are there in Dagan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dagan village has a total of 189 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dagan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dagan is 73.43%. The male literacy rate is 77.06%, while the female literacy rate is 70.12%.