Dakoha - Batala, Gurdaspur
Dakoha is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Dakoha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dakoha is 028585. The village covers a total geographical area of 632 hectares and falls under the 143515 pincode. Sri Hargobindpur is the nearest town.
Dakoha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri hargobindpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dakoha
According to the 2011 Census, Dakoha village had a total population of 4,066 people, including 2,118 males and 1,948 females, living in 784 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.03%, with male literacy at 74.90% and female literacy at 66.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,589.
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 | 4,066 | 2,118 | 1,948 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 504 | 289 | 215 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,589 | 849 | 740 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,530 | 1,370 | 1,160 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,536 | 748 | 788 |
Nearby Villages of Dakoha
Dakoha is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Malookwali | North-West | 1.74 km |
| Sultanpur | North-West | 1.90 km |
| Kaure | North-East | 2.16 km |
| Balrampur | North-West | 2.53 km |
| Chak Sidhwan | South | 2.64 km |
| Darewali | South-West | 3.04 km |
| Kotli Lehal | South | 3.56 km |
| Balarwal | South-East | 4.13 km |
| Kapoora | South-East | 4.27 km |
| Paijo Chak | North-East | 4.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dakoha
Dakoha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Beas, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Dakoha is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dakoha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dakoha 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dakoha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dakoha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dakoha
Where is Dakoha located?
Dakoha village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dakoha?
Dakoha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dakoha?
The pincode of Dakoha is 143515.
What is the population of Dakoha?
Dakoha had a total population of 4,066, including 2,118 males and 1,948 females.
How many households are there in Dakoha?
Dakoha had 784 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dakoha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dakoha was 71.03%. Male literacy was 74.90% and female literacy was 66.94%.