Dafera - Bassi Pathana, Fatehgarh Sahib
Dafera is a village situated in the Bassi Pathana tehsil of Fatehgarh Sahib district, Punjab. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bassi Pathana and around 13 km from the district headquarters in Fatehgarh Sahib. Dafera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dafera is 032566. The village covers a total geographical area of 187 hectares and falls under the 140408 pincode. Bassi Pathana is the nearest town.
Dafera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Fatehgarh Sahib Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Dafera
According to the 2011 Census, Dafera village had a total population of 923 people, including 490 males and 433 females, living in 171 households. The sex ratio was 884 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.17%, with male literacy at 71.40% and female literacy at 66.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 508.
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 | 923 | 490 | 433 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 53 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 508 | 265 | 243 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 561 | 312 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 362 | 178 | 184 |
Nearby Villages of Dafera
Dafera 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 Dafera
Dafera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Fatehgarh Sahib to Dafera is about 13 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dafera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dafera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dafera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dafera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dafera
Where is Dafera located?
Dafera village is located in Bassi Pathana Tehsil, Fatehgarh Sahib district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dafera?
Dafera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dafera?
The pincode of Dafera is 140408.
What is the population of Dafera?
Dafera had a total population of 923, including 490 males and 433 females.
How many households are there in Dafera?
Dafera had 171 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dafera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dafera was 69.17%. Male literacy was 71.40% and female literacy was 66.58%.