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.
Here you can discover what makes Dakoha unique in its vibrant Batala-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Dakoha’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 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.
Google Map of Dakoha
Population of Dakoha
According to the 2011 Census, Dakoha has a total population of about 4,066, with approximately 2,118 males and 1,948 females. The sex ratio is around 919 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 504 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,589 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 62.22%, with male literacy at about 64.68% and female literacy near 59.55%. There are around 784 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dakoha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,530 | 1,370 | 1,160 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,536 | 748 | 788 |
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.
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%.