Daffer - Dasua, Hoshiarpur
Daffer is a village situated in the Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasua and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Daffar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Daffer village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daffer is 030930. The village covers a total geographical area of 580 hectares and falls under the 144306 pincode. Urmar Tanda is the nearest town.
Daffer village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Urmar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Daffer
As per Census 2011, Daffer village has a total population of 1,748 people, consisting of 864 males and 884 females. The village has 384 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 198 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,299 literate and 449 illiterate residents. Additionally, 510 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Daffer are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,748 | 864 | 884 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 99 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 510 | 247 | 263 |
| Literate Population | 1,299 | 666 | 633 |
| Illiterate Population | 449 | 198 | 251 |
Nearby Villages of Daffer
Daffer is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Manga | South-East | 1.14 km |
| Mokh | North-East | 1.42 km |
| Jandaur | North-West | 2.05 km |
| Bahtiwala | South-East | 2.11 km |
| Mangarh | South-West | 2.47 km |
| Kalra | South-East | 2.54 km |
| Jhojhar Chathial | North-East | 2.80 km |
| Mundian | North | 2.90 km |
| Tund | South-East | 3.03 km |
| Nussa | West | 3.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Daffer
Daffer is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Garna Sahib, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Daffer is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daffer
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daffer village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Daffer
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daffer 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 Daffer
Where is Daffer located?
Daffer village is located in Dasua Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Daffer?
The Gram Panchayat of Daffer is Daffar.
What is the pincode of Daffer?
The pincode of Daffer is 144306.
What is the population of Daffer?
Daffer has a total population of 1,748, including 864 males and 884 females.
How many households are there in Daffer?
There are 384 households in Daffer.
What is the literacy rate in Daffer?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daffer is 74.31%. Male literacy is 77.08% and female literacy is 71.61%.