Dakoha

Dakoha is a village located in Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Batala (tehsildar office) and 61km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Dakoha village is also a gram panchayat.

Dakoha has its own place in the vibrant Gurdaspur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Dakoha

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dakoha is 028585. The village spans a total geographical area of 632 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143514. Sri Hargobindpur is nearest town to Dakoha village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Dakoha

Below is a concise population overview of Dakoha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,530 1,370 1,160
Illiterate Population 1,536 748 788

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dakoha village:

  • The total population of Dakoha village is around 4,066, including approximately 2,118 males and 1,948 females, with a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 504 children aged 0–6 years in Dakoha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dakoha village has 1,589 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Dakoha village is about 62.22%, with male literacy at 64.68% and female literacy at 59.55%.
  • There are around 784 households in Dakoha village.

Connectivity of Dakoha

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dakoha. As per the 2011 stats, Dakoha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dakoha

Knowing the nearby villages of Dakoha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dakoha.

Khokhowal Kotli Lehal Darewali Padda Chak Sidhwan Sidhwan Cheema Kalla Sultanpur Mollowali Balrampur Bariyar

Frequently Asked Questions about Dakoha

Where is Dakoha located?
Dakoha village is situated in Batala Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dakoha?
Dakoha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Dakoha?
The pincode of Dakoha is 143514, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dakoha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dakoha is 4,066, with 2,118 males and 1,948 females.
How many households are there in Dakoha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dakoha village has a total of 784 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dakoha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dakoha is 62.22%. The male literacy rate is 64.68%, while the female literacy rate is 59.55%.