Dakara

Dakara is a village located in Dhama tehsil of Sambalpur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Dhama (tehsildar office) and 44km away from district headquarter Sambalpur. As per 2009 stats, Dakara village is also a gram panchayat.

Dakara has its own place in the vibrant Sambalpur 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 Dakara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dakara is 382256. The village spans a total geographical area of 323 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 768113. Sambalpur is nearest town to Dakara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 44km away.

When it comes to local governance, Dakara 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 Rairakhol Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sambalpur 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 Dakara

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 718 362 356
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 80 45 35
Scheduled Castes (SC) 203 106 97
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 253 128 125
Literate Population 505 286 219
Illiterate Population 213 76 137

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

  • The total population of Dakara village is around 718, including approximately 362 males and 356 females, with a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 80 children aged 0–6 years in Dakara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dakara village has 203 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 253 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Dakara village is about 70.33%, with male literacy at 79.01% and female literacy at 61.52%.
  • There are around 223 households in Dakara village.

Connectivity of Dakara

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dakara. As per the 2011 stats, Dakara 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 Dakara

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Dakara

Where is Dakara located?
Dakara village is situated in Dhama Tehsil, within the Sambalpur district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dakara?
Dakara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Dakara?
The pincode of Dakara is 768113, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dakara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dakara is 718, with 362 males and 356 females.
How many households are there in Dakara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dakara village has a total of 223 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dakara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dakara is 70.33%. The male literacy rate is 79.01%, while the female literacy rate is 61.52%.