Dagan - Mukerian, Hoshiarpur
Dagan is a village situated in the Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mukerian and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Daggan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dagan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dagan is 031115. The village covers a total geographical area of 353 hectares and falls under the 144532 pincode. Mukerian is the nearest town.
Dagan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mukerian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dagan
As per Census 2011, Dagan village has a total population of 2,042 people, consisting of 1,031 males and 1,011 females. The village has 408 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 235 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,545 literate and 497 illiterate residents. Additionally, 637 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dagan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,042 | 1,031 | 1,011 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 235 | 129 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 637 | 334 | 303 |
| Literate Population | 1,545 | 820 | 725 |
| Illiterate Population | 497 | 211 | 286 |
Nearby Villages of Dagan
Dagan 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 Dagan
Dagan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dagan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Dagan is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dagan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dagan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dagan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dagan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dagan
Where is Dagan located?
Dagan village is located in Mukerian Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dagan?
The Gram Panchayat of Dagan is Daggan.
What is the pincode of Dagan?
The pincode of Dagan is 144532.
What is the population of Dagan?
Dagan has a total population of 2,042, including 1,031 males and 1,011 females.
How many households are there in Dagan?
There are 408 households in Dagan.
What is the literacy rate in Dagan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dagan is 75.66%. Male literacy is 79.53% and female literacy is 71.71%.