Dagam
Dagam is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Dagham is the gram panchayat of Dagam village.
Here you can discover what makes Dagam unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Dagam’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 Dagam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dagam is 031973. The village spans a total geographical area of 600 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144527. Garhshankar is nearest town to Dagam village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Dagam
Population of Dagam
According to the 2011 Census, Dagam has a total population of about 2,174, with approximately 1,119 males and 1,055 females. The sex ratio is around 942 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 187 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,333 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 74.10%, with male literacy at about 77.84% and female literacy near 70.14%. There are around 468 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dagam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,174 | 1,119 | 1,055 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 187 | 111 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,333 | 667 | 666 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,611 | 871 | 740 |
| Illiterate Population | 563 | 248 | 315 |
Connectivity of Dagam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dagam. As per the 2011 stats, Dagam 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dagam
Knowing the nearby villages of Dagam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dagam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dagam
- Where is Dagam located?
- Dagam village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dagam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dagam is Dagham (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dagam?
- The pincode of Dagam is 144527, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dagam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dagam is 2,174, with 1,119 males and 1,055 females.
- How many households are there in Dagam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dagam village has a total of 468 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dagam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dagam is 74.10%. The male literacy rate is 77.84%, while the female literacy rate is 70.14%.