Daoke - Amritsar- II, Amritsar
Daoke is a village situated in the Amritsar- II tehsil of Amritsar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amritsar- Ii and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Amritsar . Daoke village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daoke is 037668. The village covers a total geographical area of 453 hectares and falls under the 143108 pincode. Amritsar is the nearest town.
Daoke village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Daoke
According to the 2011 Census, Daoke village had a total population of 1,765 people, including 941 males and 824 females, living in 283 households. The sex ratio was 876 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.53%, with male literacy at 64.48% and female literacy at 53.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 460.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,765 | 941 | 824 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 223 | 119 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 460 | 251 | 209 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 918 | 530 | 388 |
| Illiterate Population | 847 | 411 | 436 |
Nearby Villages of Daoke
Daoke is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Daoke
Daoke is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Daoke.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Amritsar to Daoke is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daoke
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daoke village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Daoke
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daoke village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Daoke
Where is Daoke located?
Daoke village is located in Amritsar- II Tehsil, Amritsar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Daoke?
Daoke is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Daoke?
The pincode of Daoke is 143108.
What is the population of Daoke?
Daoke had a total population of 1,765, including 941 males and 824 females.
How many households are there in Daoke?
Daoke had 283 households.
What is the literacy rate in Daoke?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daoke was 59.53%. Male literacy was 64.48% and female literacy was 53.89%.