Dala - Dinanagar, Gurdaspur
Dala is a village situated in the Dinanagar tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 7 km from Gurdaspur and around 7 km from Gurdaspur. Dala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dala is 028179. The village covers a total geographical area of 156 hectares and falls under the 143532 pincode. Gurdaspur 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 Dina Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gurdaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dala
As per Census 2011, Dala village has a total population of 541 people, consisting of 274 males and 267 females. The village has 100 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 410 literate and 131 illiterate residents. Additionally, 172 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 541 | 274 | 267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 30 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 172 | 87 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 410 | 221 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 53 | 78 |
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 auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Dala is about 7 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. 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 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dala
Where is Dala located?
Dala village is located in Dinanagar Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dala?
Dala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dala?
The pincode of Dala is 143532.
What is the population of Dala?
Dala has a total population of 541, including 274 males and 267 females.
How many households are there in Dala?
There are 100 households in Dala.
What is the literacy rate in Dala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dala is 75.79%. Male literacy is 80.66% and female literacy is 70.79%.