Dafera
Dafera is a village located in Bassi Pathana tehsil of Fatehgarh Sahib district in Punjab, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Bassi Pathana (tehsildar office) and 13km away from district headquarter Fatehgarh Sahib. As per 2009 stats, Dafera village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dafera unique in its vibrant Bassi Pathana-Fatehgarh Sahib region. You’ll see Dafera’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 Dafera
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dafera is 032566. The village spans a total geographical area of 187 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 140412. Bassi Pathana is nearest town to Dafera village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Dafera
Population of Dafera
According to the 2011 Census, Dafera has a total population of about 923, with approximately 490 males and 433 females. The sex ratio is around 883 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 112 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 508 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 60.78%, with male literacy at about 63.67% and female literacy near 57.51%. There are around 171 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dafera's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 561 | 312 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 362 | 178 | 184 |
Connectivity of Dafera
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dafera. As per the 2011 stats, Dafera had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dafera
Knowing the nearby villages of Dafera helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dafera.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dafera
- Where is Dafera located?
- Dafera village is situated in Bassi Pathana Tehsil, within the Fatehgarh Sahib district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dafera?
- Dafera serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dafera?
- The pincode of Dafera is 140412, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dafera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dafera is 923, with 490 males and 433 females.
- How many households are there in Dafera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dafera village has a total of 171 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dafera as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dafera is 60.78%. The male literacy rate is 63.67%, while the female literacy rate is 57.51%.