Dala - Dera Baba Nanak, Gurdaspur
Dala is a village situated in the Dera Baba Nanak tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dera Baba Nanak and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Dalla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dala is 028986. The village covers a total geographical area of 160 hectares and falls under the 143513 pincode. Ramdas is the nearest town.
Dala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dera baba nanak Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gurdaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dala
According to the 2011 Census, Dala village had a total population of 286 people, including 155 males and 131 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 845 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.81%, with male literacy at 76.87% and female literacy at 70.34%.
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 | 286 | 155 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 21 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 186 | 103 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 100 | 52 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Dala
Dala 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 Dala
Dala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Dala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Dala is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dala
Where is Dala located?
Dala village is located in Dera Baba Nanak Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dala?
The Gram Panchayat of Dala is Dalla.
What is the pincode of Dala?
The pincode of Dala is 143513.
What is the population of Dala?
Dala had a total population of 286, including 155 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Dala?
Dala had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dala was 73.81%. Male literacy was 76.87% and female literacy was 70.34%.