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
According to the 2011 Census, Dala village had a total population of 541 people, including 274 males and 267 females, living in 100 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.02%, with male literacy at 90.57% and female literacy at 77.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 172.
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 | 541 | 274 | 267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 30 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 172 | 87 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 541, including 274 males and 267 females.
How many households are there in Dala?
Dala had 100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dala was 84.02%. Male literacy was 90.57% and female literacy was 77.46%.