Dad
Dad is a village located in Ludhiana West tehsil of Ludhiana district in Punjab, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Ludhiana (west) (tehsildar office) and 6km away from district headquarter Ludhiana. As per 2009 stats, Dad village is also a gram panchayat.
Dad has its own place in the vibrant Ludhiana region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Dad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dad is 033588. The village spans a total geographical area of 529 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 142022. Ludhiana is nearest town to Dad village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Dad village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gill Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ludhiana Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Dad
Below is a concise population overview of Dad as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,932 | 5,207 | 4,725 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,116 | 588 | 528 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,659 | 1,395 | 1,264 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 7,399 | 4,046 | 3,353 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,533 | 1,161 | 1,372 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dad village:
- The total population of Dad village is around 9,932, including approximately 5,207 males and 4,725 females, with a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,116 children aged 0–6 years in Dad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dad village has 2,659 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Dad village is about 74.50%, with male literacy at 77.70% and female literacy at 70.96%.
- There are around 2,037 households in Dad village.
Connectivity of Dad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dad. As per the 2011 stats, Dad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Dad
Knowing the nearby villages of Dad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dad
- Where is Dad located?
- Dad village is situated in Ludhiana West Tehsil, within the Ludhiana district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dad?
- Dad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dad?
- The pincode of Dad is 142022, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dad is 9,932, with 5,207 males and 4,725 females.
- How many households are there in Dad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dad village has a total of 2,037 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dad is 74.50%. The male literacy rate is 77.70%, while the female literacy rate is 70.96%.