Daud - Baba Bakala, Amritsar
Daud is a village situated in the Baba Bakala tehsil of Amritsar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baba Bakala and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Amritsar . Daud village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daud is 037808. The village covers a total geographical area of 139 hectares and falls under the 143114 pincode. Rayya is the nearest town.
Daud village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baba bakala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khadoor Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Daud
As per Census 2011, Daud village has a total population of 707 people, consisting of 377 males and 330 females. The village has 127 households and a sex ratio of 875 females per 1,000 males. There are 76 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 465 literate and 242 illiterate residents. Additionally, 368 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Daud are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 707 | 377 | 330 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 49 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 368 | 199 | 169 |
| Literate Population | 465 | 260 | 205 |
| Illiterate Population | 242 | 117 | 125 |
Nearby Villages of Daud
Daud 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 Daud
Daud is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Daud.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Amritsar to Daud is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daud
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daud village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Daud
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daud 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 Daud
Where is Daud located?
Daud village is located in Baba Bakala Tehsil, Amritsar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Daud?
Daud is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Daud?
The pincode of Daud is 143114.
What is the population of Daud?
Daud has a total population of 707, including 377 males and 330 females.
How many households are there in Daud?
There are 127 households in Daud.
What is the literacy rate in Daud?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daud is 65.77%. Male literacy is 68.97% and female literacy is 62.12%.