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.
Here you can discover what makes Dad unique in its vibrant Ludhiana West-Ludhiana region. You’ll see Dad’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 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.
Google Map of Dad
Population of Dad
According to the 2011 Census, Dad has a total population of about 9,932, with approximately 5,207 males and 4,725 females. The sex ratio is around 907 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,116 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,659 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 74.50%, with male literacy at about 77.70% and female literacy near 70.96%. There are around 2,037 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.